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Fri, 16 Mar 2018 14:21:11 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.4Portland-based writer Christian Piatt, along with Rev. Amy Piatt and Slim Moon (founder of Kill Rock Stars and a Unitarian Universalist seminarian) discuss pop culture and news through the lens of progressive Christian spirituality. Lunar RiotsPop cultural sundries sprinkled with a hefty dose of JesusHomebrewed Christianityhttp://homebrewedchristianity.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpghttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/category/culturecast/
A Homebrewed Christianity Podcast 2008-2015homebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithReligion & Spirituality/Spiritualitydamienstribe@gmail.comLunar Riotsnohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithMandy Moore, Harvey Weinstein and the Democratization of God (#SurvivingTheBible for Lent)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/13/mandy-moore-harvey-weinstein-and-the-democratization-of-god-survivingthebible-for-lent/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/13/mandy-moore-harvey-weinstein-and-the-democratization-of-god-survivingthebible-for-lent/#respondTue, 13 Mar 2018 16:25:13 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24149This week on the CultureCast we continue with highlights from the Surviving the Bible for Lent course. Tripp gives you your Bible-nerd fact of the day, you’ll hear about why David is like the Harvey Weinstein of the Hebrew Bible, what Mandy Moore has to do with the Psalms, and our avoidance of suffering.

First up, Jeremiah 31:31-34. Tripp once again gives you many options for preaching this text: who has access to God in the new covenant? the tension between institutions and movements, the democratization of God, the deep political divisions latent in the passage, and how new life is stymied by needing to be right in that divide.

In the Psalm (51:1-12) we see David’s internal struggle and our uncomfortability with God using someone like David for something good. For Hebrews 5:5-10, Tripp helps explain how the text can short-circuit latent penal-substitutionary atonement interpretations by noticing what it doesn’t say, how Jesus’ faithfulness helps re-frame our understanding of sin and salvation, and how Jesus changes the job description of high priest.

Lastly, in John 12:20-33, Christian and Amy talk about our inability to recognize the truth right in front of us, the requirements of transformation, what is truly necessary to be born again, and hurting for the right reasons. Plus, Amy gives some advice and reasons for engaging in contemplative practices.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/13/mandy-moore-harvey-weinstein-and-the-democratization-of-god-survivingthebible-for-lent/feed/0This week on the CultureCast we continue with highlights from the Surviving the Bible for Lent course. Tripp gives you your Bible-nerd fact of the day, you’ll hear about why David is like the Harvey Weinstein of the Hebrew Bible,This week on the CultureCast we continue with highlights from the Surviving the Bible for Lent course. Tripp gives you your Bible-nerd fact of the day, you’ll hear about why David is like the Harvey Weinstein of the Hebrew Bible, what Mandy Moore has to do with the Psalms, and our avoidance of suffering. First...Homebrewed Christianity1:19:30nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSnake on a Stick! (#SurvivingTheBible for Lent)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/06/snake-on-a-stick-survivingthebible-for-lent/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/06/snake-on-a-stick-survivingthebible-for-lent/#respondTue, 06 Mar 2018 17:24:15 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24088This week on the CultureCast, you’ll hear about snakes on a stick (Numbers 21:4-9), Eddie Izzard, and Princess Leia. Christian and Amy are joined once again by Tripp Fuller to talk about some of the problems of reading this passage literally, the role this text plays in the relationship between God and Israel, those wilderness times in our lives, and what this has to do with a cake or death decision.

They’ll also tackle the most one of the most significant verses in the whole bible: John 3:16. Plus those other ones nearby: John 3:14-21. Why do we so often lift this passage out of context and use it as a test of faith? How can we avoid using this text to harass people? Plus the way John connects the cross with the snake in numbers.

Lastly, Ephesians 2:1-10. What is the difference between grace and mercy? Do we often miss the reallyradical part of grace? How does this text help us shift our economic understandings of how grace and mercy work?

If you want to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent group, it’s not too late!

Sure, we all know Bible verses and may have even tried to read the “whole Bible,” maybe even more than once. But it can be confusing, contradictory and – if we’re being honest – really freaking boring in places. But there’s another way to approach scripture that can actually make sense, and might even be enjoyable.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/03/06/snake-on-a-stick-survivingthebible-for-lent/feed/0This week on the CultureCast, you’ll hear about snakes on a stick (Numbers 21:4-9), Eddie Izzard, and Princess Leia. Christian and Amy are joined once again by Tripp Fuller to talk about some of the problems of reading this passage literally,This week on the CultureCast, you’ll hear about snakes on a stick (Numbers 21:4-9), Eddie Izzard, and Princess Leia. Christian and Amy are joined once again by Tripp Fuller to talk about some of the problems of reading this passage literally, the role this text plays in the relationship between God and Israel, those wilderness...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:50nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faith#SurvivingTheBible for Lent: Cleansing Our Templeshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/28/survivingthebible-for-lent-cleansing-our-temples-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/28/survivingthebible-for-lent-cleansing-our-temples-2/#respondThu, 01 Mar 2018 00:04:00 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24083This edition of the CultureCast is from the second live session of Surviving the Bible for Lent, with Tripp Fuller and Christian and Amy. They take a look at the texts for the second Sunday in Lent (Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John 2:13-22). Tripp gives you 3 different sermons you can preach for Lent using this text, Amy helps us find our true selves, and Christian helps us see the Good News, but difficult news, of Lent.

The 10 commandments – what are we supposed to do with them? What if they are descriptive not prescriptive?

Is Jesus cleansing the temple righteous anger or something else?

Did Jesus break one of the commandments?

Plus, the importance of giving up the rules, our identities, our titles – anything we’ve created that we’re attached to, the completeness of God’s law in the Psalm, and the transrational nature of the crucifixion.

If you want to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent group, it’s not too late!

Sure, we all know Bible verses and may have even tried to read the “whole Bible,” maybe even more than once. But it can be confusing, contradictory and – if we’re being honest – really freaking boring in places. But there’s another way to approach scripture that can actually make sense, and might even be enjoyable.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/28/survivingthebible-for-lent-cleansing-our-temples-2/feed/0This edition of the CultureCast is from the second live session of Surviving the Bible for Lent, with Tripp Fuller and Christian and Amy. They take a look at the texts for the second Sunday in Lent (Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John...This edition of the CultureCast is from the second live session of Surviving the Bible for Lent, with Tripp Fuller and Christian and Amy. They take a look at the texts for the second Sunday in Lent (Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John 2:13-22). Tripp gives you 3 different sermons you can preach for Lent using this text,...Homebrewed Christianity1:10:34nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faith#SurvivingTheBible for Lent: Super-Duper Pooper-Scooper Messiahhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/21/survivingthebible-for-lent-super-duper-pooper-scooper-messiah/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/21/survivingthebible-for-lent-super-duper-pooper-scooper-messiah/#respondWed, 21 Feb 2018 17:45:17 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24069We just passed 15% of our monthly goal! Thanks to everyone who helps to support the CultureCast. You can help us reach our goal, support the podcast, and get some sweet perks by donating at patreon.com/culturecast

This special edition of the CultureCast is from the first live session ofSurviving the Bible for Lent, with Homebrewed Christianity’s Tripp Fuller. Tripp, Christian, and Amy take a look at the texts for the second Sunday in Lent (Mark 8:31-38; Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Romans 4:13-25) plus a brief look at last week’s texts. They talk about the Transfiguration, Peter as object lesson, the willing surrender of control, and Christus Victor.

can we reconcile a Christus Victor christology with a willingly vulnerable God/Christ?

what does it mean to call Jesus the Christ?

was Jesus really tempted?

They also cover the ways these texts have been used to justify suffering, oppression, and abuse, the covenant between God and Abraham, the genesis of the Genesis passage, how the mistranslation of one of the proper names of God radically changes our understanding of the passage, and the importance of the maternal lineage and parental role of God in these passages.

Plus everyone wrestles with Paul about the difference between Law and Covenant

If you want to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent group, it’s not too late!

Sure, we all know Bible verses and may have even tried to read the “whole Bible,” maybe even more than once. But it can be confusing, contradictory and – if we’re being honest – really freaking boring in places. But there’s another way to approach scripture that can actually make sense, and might even be enjoyable.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/21/survivingthebible-for-lent-super-duper-pooper-scooper-messiah/feed/0We just passed 15% of our monthly goal! Thanks to everyone who helps to support the CultureCast. You can help us reach our goal, support the podcast, and get some sweet perks by donating at patreon.com/culturecast This special edition of the CultureCas...We just passed 15% of our monthly goal! Thanks to everyone who helps to support the CultureCast. You can help us reach our goal, support the podcast, and get some sweet perks by donating at patreon.com/culturecast This special edition of the CultureCast is from the first live session of Surviving the Bible for Lent, with Homebrewed...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:15nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe Christian Obsession with Sex and Fear, with Benjamin Coreyhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/13/the-christian-obsession-with-sex-and-fear-with-benjamin-corey/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/13/the-christian-obsession-with-sex-and-fear-with-benjamin-corey/#respondTue, 13 Feb 2018 19:09:40 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24035In this episode, all the way from Hawaii, Christian and Amy talk about the Christian obsession with sex and fear.

Are we too focused on sex and sexuality too much?

Are we sometimes focusing on things like inclusion of LGBTQ to the exclusion of other things like poverty, homelessness, ecology?

Is defending one’s identity or group all there is?

Are we stuck in a spiritual or emotional adolescence?

Christian interviews Benjamin Corey about his new book Unafraid: Moving Beyond Fear-Based Faith, and his move from fundamentalist Christianity into something else. Hear about why writing this book was a big challenge for him, the major shifts that occurred while writing, the experience of losing community overnight, his period of theological deconstruction and how a conversation with Rob Bell sparked it.

It’s not too late to sign up for Surviving the Bible for Lent! Sure, we all know Bible verses and may have even tried to read the “whole Bible,” maybe even more than once. But it can be confusing, contradictory and – if we’re being honest – really freaking boring in places. But there’s another way to approach scripture that can actually make sense, and might even be enjoyable.

If you’d like to get your question answered on the show, get a copy of Christian’s book Surviving the Bible, plus a bunch of other sweet perks, become a member at patreon.com/culturecast.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/13/the-christian-obsession-with-sex-and-fear-with-benjamin-corey/feed/0In this episode, all the way from Hawaii, Christian and Amy talk about the Christian obsession with sex and fear. Are we too focused on sex and sexuality too much? Are we sometimes focusing on things like inclusion of LGBTQ to the exclusion of other th...In this episode, all the way from Hawaii, Christian and Amy talk about the Christian obsession with sex and fear. Are we too focused on sex and sexuality too much? Are we sometimes focusing on things like inclusion of LGBTQ to the exclusion of other things like poverty, homelessness, ecology? Is defending one’s identity or...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:27nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSurviving the Bible for Lent with Tripp Fullerhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/09/surviving-the-bible-for-lent-with-tripp-fuller/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/09/surviving-the-bible-for-lent-with-tripp-fuller/#respondFri, 09 Feb 2018 17:51:33 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24025Tripp Fuller, from the Homebrewed Christianity podcast, join Amy and Christian to extend a warm invitation to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent community.

For a lot of us these texts have been used as weapons, experienced as burdens, so let’s acknowledge that together and discover what it looks like to survive the bible today. If you’re interested in thinking about scripture in a new and different way, this is the group for you.

Amy, Christian and Tripp will answer your questions about the bible (or how to survive reading the Bible) every Monday through Friday throughout Lent. Once a week, all three will do a live video talking about the lectionary texts for that week. Plus, you’ll also have access to a community of people where you can connect with others who have similar ideas and questions.

One of the unique aspects of this group is that the responses and questions are happening in real time, not something pre-packaged and devoid of context. The video reflections and live streams will not just be answering your questions about reading the Bible, but will be addressing and engaging what’s going on in world politically, culturally, religiously, etc.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/09/surviving-the-bible-for-lent-with-tripp-fuller/feed/0Tripp Fuller, from the Homebrewed Christianity podcast, join Amy and Christian to extend a warm invitation to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent community. For a lot of us these texts have been used as weapons, experienced as burdens,Tripp Fuller, from the Homebrewed Christianity podcast, join Amy and Christian to extend a warm invitation to join the Surviving the Bible for Lent community. For a lot of us these texts have been used as weapons, experienced as burdens, so let’s acknowledge that together and discover what it looks like to survive the bible today. If...Homebrewed Christianity58:00nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithFaith, Ethics and Medical Practice with Dr. Lauren Raimer-Goodmanhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/03/faith-ethics-and-medical-practice-with-dr-lauren-raimer-goodman/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/03/faith-ethics-and-medical-practice-with-dr-lauren-raimer-goodman/#respondSat, 03 Feb 2018 18:23:00 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=24016This episode is all about medicine, medical ethics, and faith.

Christian also talks with Dr. Lauren Raimer-Goodman, with the University of Texas medical branch, about how practicing medicine is an expression of her faith, the differences in the understanding and realities of practicing medicine in the US and Africa, the perception and role of physicians in our lives today, the role of doubt in medicine, the ethics training required and what happens when and if there is a breach, and how the people who have suffered an abuse are treated, and how she deals with the patriarchal nature of the medical field.

Some people give something up for Lent (most of us fail at it). But why not take something on instead? How about (gasp!) actually readingthe Bible?

Sure, we all know Bible verses and may have even tried to read the “whole Bible,” maybe even more than once. But it can be confusing, contradictory and – if we’re being honest – really freaking boring in places. But there’s another way to approach scripture that can actually make sense, and might even be enjoyable.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/02/03/faith-ethics-and-medical-practice-with-dr-lauren-raimer-goodman/feed/0This episode is all about medicine, medical ethics, and faith. Amy and Christian take a look at two big news stories involving medicine and ethics: the sexual assault case against US Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar,This episode is all about medicine, medical ethics, and faith. Amy and Christian take a look at two big news stories involving medicine and ethics: the sexual assault case against US Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, and the Trump administration’s initiative to give more freedom for physicians to refuse treatment because of religious belief. We implicitly trust...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:23nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWhat is an Evangelical Today?https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/23/what-is-an-evangelical-today/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/23/what-is-an-evangelical-today/#respondTue, 23 Jan 2018 17:53:46 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23987What is an Evangelical today?

In this episode, Christian, Amy, and friends talk about evangelicals and evangelicalism. White Evangelicals were largely responsible for getting Trump elected. This seems very strange (to some of us), considering he is considered neither a Christian nor a moral person. So considering this, we posed 3 questions to some of our friends who either currently or formerly identified as Evangelical:

What does it mean to be an Evangelical today?

What’s the biggest misconception about Evangelicalism?

What needs to change about Evangelicalism?

The Homebrewed Christianity CultureCast app is officially available! You can email us directly through the app, you can save and favorite shows you want to revisit or share, and more. Head over to the app store (available on Android and iTunes) and get it today!

Do you need help suriving the bible for Lent? Then the Surviving the Bible (for Lent) series with Christian, Amy, and Tripp Fuller is for you. We want you (yes, you) to submit your questions about the bible for Tripp, Amy and Christian to answer. They will answer and discuss 40 questions throughout Lent (one for each day) plus 6 weekly live sessions. This will lead into the Surviving the Bible podcast which will be available to our Patreon supporters.

…Speaking of Patreon – we need your support! Go to patreon.com/culturecast and sign up to help support the podcast. If you sign up for $10 a month Christian will send you a copy of Surviving the Bible, and donors at any level will get access to the weekly Surviving the Bible podcast which will be starting after Lent.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/23/what-is-an-evangelical-today/feed/0What is an Evangelical today? In this episode, Christian, Amy, and friends talk about evangelicals and evangelicalism. White Evangelicals were largely responsible for getting Trump elected. This seems very strange (to some of us),What is an Evangelical today? In this episode, Christian, Amy, and friends talk about evangelicals and evangelicalism. White Evangelicals were largely responsible for getting Trump elected. This seems very strange (to some of us), considering he is considered neither a Christian nor a moral person. So considering this, we posed 3 questions to some of our...Homebrewed Christianity1:01:49nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithRacism in the White House and How to Train an Activist with Michael Poffenbergerhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/16/racism-in-the-white-house-and-how-to-train-an-activist-with-michael-poffenberger/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/16/racism-in-the-white-house-and-how-to-train-an-activist-with-michael-poffenberger/#respondTue, 16 Jan 2018 18:17:48 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23972White nationalism looks a lot different today than it used to. In this episode Christian and Amy discuss the new face of white nationalism, how Trump is setting that example, and how we can counteract it. Where is the line between presidents as public figures and human beings? Do comments made by the president normalize racism in our culture? What do we do about it?

To that end, Christian speaks with Michael Poffenberger, executive director for the the Center for Action and Contemplation. They talk about how a life of contemplation can transform our inner lives as well as the world around us, how to train activists, why contemplation and activism need to go hand in hand, the role of suffering in activism, and reformation from the inside.

Plus, Amy responds to a conversation happening on Facebook about something she said in the last episode concerning the nature of faith, belief, and service. Get the full interview at patreon.com/culturecast

https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/16/racism-in-the-white-house-and-how-to-train-an-activist-with-michael-poffenberger/feed/0White nationalism looks a lot different today than it used to. In this episode Christian and Amy discuss the new face of white nationalism, how Trump is setting that example, and how we can counteract it. Where is the line between presidents as public ...White nationalism looks a lot different today than it used to. In this episode Christian and Amy discuss the new face of white nationalism, how Trump is setting that example, and how we can counteract it. Where is the line between presidents as public figures and human beings? Do comments made by the president normalize...Homebrewed Christianity1:19:31nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithKids and the Internet, Net Neutrality, and the Big Bad Wolffhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/09/kids-and-the-internet-net-neutrality-and-the-big-bad-wolff/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/09/kids-and-the-internet-net-neutrality-and-the-big-bad-wolff/#respondTue, 09 Jan 2018 20:02:45 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23967Michael Collins is back on the CultureCast to talk about net neutrality and cyber ethics. Who will feel the effects of the repeal of net neutrality the most? Is there an ethical argument against net neutrality? Will the end of net neutrality bring with it the censorship of internet content?

Plus, Amy and Christian discuss how the internet is changing family dynamics and creating new and unique challenges for raising children.

They also tackle Michael Wolff’s Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House and ask if we should even consider reading it. Will it heal or elevate the moral consciousness of our country? Or is it just more political gossip and palace intrigue? Related to this is the latest Ask the Pastor and the Caster question, where Christian and Amy talk about what it means to be one in Christ.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2018/01/09/kids-and-the-internet-net-neutrality-and-the-big-bad-wolff/feed/0Michael Collins is back on the CultureCast to talk about net neutrality and cyber ethics. Who will feel the effects of the repeal of net neutrality the most? Is there an ethical argument against net neutrality?Michael Collins is back on the CultureCast to talk about net neutrality and cyber ethics. Who will feel the effects of the repeal of net neutrality the most? Is there an ethical argument against net neutrality? Will the end of net neutrality bring with it the censorship of internet content? Plus, Amy and Christian discuss...Homebrewed Christianity1:10:23nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithHomebrewed SabbathCasthttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/25/homebrewed-sabbathcast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/25/homebrewed-sabbathcast/#commentsMon, 25 Dec 2017 22:04:41 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23956Welcome to Homebrewed SabbathCast!

Amy and Christian are not talking about anything serious on this week’s episode. Well, they try not to. Christian talk to Dana Trent, author of For Sabbath’s Sake: Embracing Your Need For Rest, Worship, and Community. Is the Sabbath just something we’re supposed to give to God? Where does personal rest come into play? Hear about Dana’s q-tip moment (and what that is), the need for balance, and our tendency to be in denial,

Isn’t Sabbath just another thing to do? How can Sabbath be a form a worship? How do we actually build a community from rest?

Hear Dana talk about how to make your own Sabbath plan and 3 steps to help you begin. Make sure to follow Dana on twitter, Facebook, and at her website jdanatrent.com

Later, Amy and Christian ask, are we raising little fascists? How powerful is the content our children are consuming? Has our culture become obsessed with good guys, bad guys, and rigid consequences?

Plus our very first “ask the pastor and the caster” segment, and obligatory gift-giving, politics of gift-giving, and gift-giving disasters stories.

If you are a regular listener, you should really consider helping support the podcast. We are so close to our goal of getting 10 new patrons and $100 a month in support. Supporters who donate at least $10 a month will get to take part in the ask the pastor and the caster segment, as well as a copy of Christian’s new book and access to the new podcast starting next year called Surviving the Bible.

Make sure to like and follow us on Facebook, and sign up for our newsletter. That way you won’t miss any opportunities to give input into the show, you’ll get access to exclusive drawings and content, and never miss out on opportunities to see the CultureCast live.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/25/homebrewed-sabbathcast/feed/2Welcome to Homebrewed SabbathCast! Amy and Christian are not talking about anything serious on this week’s episode. Well, they try not to. Christian talk to Dana Trent, author of For Sabbath’s Sake: Embracing Your Need For Rest, Worship,Welcome to Homebrewed SabbathCast! Amy and Christian are not talking about anything serious on this week’s episode. Well, they try not to. Christian talk to Dana Trent, author of For Sabbath’s Sake: Embracing Your Need For Rest, Worship, and Community. Is the Sabbath just something we’re supposed to give to God? Where does personal rest come into...Homebrewed Christianity1:15:49nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithMatthew 25’s Acts of Mercy: A National Report Card with John Burnetthttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/19/matthew-25s-acts-of-mercy-a-national-report-card-with-john-burnett/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/19/matthew-25s-acts-of-mercy-a-national-report-card-with-john-burnett/#respondTue, 19 Dec 2017 17:02:53 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23936Christian and Amy go through the Acts of Mercy (Matt. 25) and give the country a grade for our efforts in food and nutrition, clean water access, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, prison reform, and immigration. How would Jesus say we’re doing? Are we living into the things Jesus calls us to? Plus, a look at the 7 words and phrases the CDC is banned from using, and will 2018 be the year of women?

do an in-person interview about his day-to-day work as an immigration correspondent, how covering this presidency differs from the last, how the perception has changed among immigrants, and the implications of Trump’s immigration policy both within and without of the country. Plus DACA, sanctuary cities, and a look at undocumented immigrants and their relation to jobs and crime in the US. Does moving undocumented immigrants out of US cities make them safer? Does it mean less competition for jobs?

PLUS, you’ll get to hear about a brand new podcast coming in the new year. A weekly podcast called, you guessed it, Surviving the Bible, breaking down the weekly passages for pastors, small groups, or just for people who want a fresh way of looking at the Bible.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/19/matthew-25s-acts-of-mercy-a-national-report-card-with-john-burnett/feed/0Christian and Amy go through the Acts of Mercy (Matt. 25) and give the country a grade for our efforts in food and nutrition, clean water access, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, prison reform, and immigration.Christian and Amy go through the Acts of Mercy (Matt. 25) and give the country a grade for our efforts in food and nutrition, clean water access, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, prison reform, and immigration. How would Jesus say we’re doing? Are we living into the things Jesus calls us to? Plus, a look...Homebrewed Christianitynohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWhen Doing Good Breaks the Law with John Kiriakouhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/12/when-doing-good-breaks-the-law-with-john-kiriakou/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/12/when-doing-good-breaks-the-law-with-john-kiriakou/#respondTue, 12 Dec 2017 16:55:25 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23901This week’s theme: when doing good breaks the law. Christian and Amy take a look at civil disobedience and discuss their personal struggles with protest and civil disobedience, Jim Wallis’s recent arrest for civil disobedience in the Senate Office Building, the 6 steps to prepare your community for civil disobedience, the most (and least) effective tactics, and Christian, in what may the hardest interview he’s ever done, talks with CIA whistle-blower John Kiriakou.

As followers Jesus, people who believe we are called to do what’s right in the world, is breaking the law ever OK? What does it really mean to resist?

Plus, Billy Bush one year later, and the challenge of remembering someone’s good works only and not their faults. Would JFK, Ghandi, MLK have be indicted under the #MeToo movement? Should someone’s moral and ethical failings change how we view their legacy?

In the interview with John Kiriakou (columnist with Reader Supported News, former CIA analyst and senior investigator for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Counter-Terrorism consultant with ABC news, author of Doing Time Like a Spy, and perhaps most significantly a whistle-blower concerning torture techniques) Christian and John talk about getting recruited into the CIA, what a CIA analyst does, his switch from intelligence to counter-terrorism, what compelled him to share about the CIA’s use of waterboarding, and the fallout from that decision. They also touch on fake news and state-owned media organizations, and the difference between news and propaganda, whistle-blowing and leaking. Plus, John suggests that the Justice Department and Judiciary are in cahoots to fix trials involving the Justice Department. You won’t want to miss this one!

You can listen to the full, unedited interview with John Kiriakou by supporting the podcast at patreon.com/culturecast. Not only will you be able to hear the full interview, you’ll be helping us reach our December goal of 10 new patrons!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/12/when-doing-good-breaks-the-law-with-john-kiriakou/feed/0This week’s theme: when doing good breaks the law. Christian and Amy take a look at civil disobedience and discuss their personal struggles with protest and civil disobedience, Jim Wallis’s recent arrest for civil disobedience in the Senate Office Buil...This week’s theme: when doing good breaks the law. Christian and Amy take a look at civil disobedience and discuss their personal struggles with protest and civil disobedience, Jim Wallis’s recent arrest for civil disobedience in the Senate Office Building, the 6 steps to prepare your community for civil disobedience, the most (and least) effective...Homebrewed Christianity1:19:11nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithProud to be American? with Martha Raddatzhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/05/proud-to-be-american-with-martha-raddatz/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/05/proud-to-be-american-with-martha-raddatz/#respondTue, 05 Dec 2017 17:03:59 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23888What does it mean when we send a citizen away to fight for their country? Can we still be proud to be an American? Do we make our leaders into saviors?

In this episode, Christian and Amy talk about national pride, how it has changed, what it looks like, where the trends are headed, and what to do about it. Christian also talks with Martha Raddatz, chief global affairs correspondent for ABC news and author of The Long Road Home. They discuss the impact of war not just on the soldiers, but on the often overlooked families of soldiers, the personal toll that covering war can have, and the difficult journalistic decisions about how to show the realities of war.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/12/05/proud-to-be-american-with-martha-raddatz/feed/0What does it mean when we send a citizen away to fight for their country? Can we still be proud to be an American? Do we make our leaders into saviors? In this episode, Christian and Amy talk about national pride, how it has changed,What does it mean when we send a citizen away to fight for their country? Can we still be proud to be an American? Do we make our leaders into saviors? In this episode, Christian and Amy talk about national pride, how it has changed, what it looks like, where the trends are headed, and...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:25nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithReformation 500 with Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and Rick Steveshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/28/reformation-500-with-bishop-elizabeth-eaton-and-rick-steves/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/28/reformation-500-with-bishop-elizabeth-eaton-and-rick-steves/#respondTue, 28 Nov 2017 19:52:33 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23866Bishop Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and Rick Steves, travel journalist and host of the PBS show Rick Steves’ Europe, and the public radio show Travel with Rick Steves, sat down with Christian and Amy in Washington DC to talk about the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.

Is the Reformation still significant 500 years later? Was it really as revolutionary as everyone makes it out to be? How do you claim grace over works, yet compel good works? What do we say to people who say they don’t need the church? Do we make a case for church? What is the role of corporate worship?

Plus, hear bishop Eaton and Rick talk about why they are Lutheran, what Lutheranism has to offer, about faith, doubt, and coming back to faith, embodiment and incarnation, the material versus the spiritual, and what it means to be in the world but not of it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/28/reformation-500-with-bishop-elizabeth-eaton-and-rick-steves/feed/0Bishop Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and Rick Steves, travel journalist and host of the PBS show Rick Steves’ Europe, and the public radio show Travel with Rick Steves,Bishop Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and Rick Steves, travel journalist and host of the PBS show Rick Steves’ Europe, and the public radio show Travel with Rick Steves, sat down with Christian and Amy in Washington DC to talk about the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Is the Reformation still...Homebrewed Christianity1:01:30nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithHomebrewed CultureCast LIVE from Minneapolishttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/21/homebrewed-culturecast-live-from-minneapolis/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/21/homebrewed-culturecast-live-from-minneapolis/#respondTue, 21 Nov 2017 17:00:15 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23857Coming at you LIVE from Surly Brewing in Minneapolis, it’s the Homebrewed CultureCast. Get ready to wade into nerdy theological waters.

Is post-modernism just a slippery slope where everything, including morality, is relative?

Was Mary a virgin, and why does it matter?

How church politics played a role in understanding the virgin birth

And how our understanding of the incarnation influences whether we emphasize Jesus’ humanity or divinity

Plus, the questions that keep you up at night, dramatic readings of psalm 23, the “biblical” defense of Roy Moore, and what Prince has in common with the virgin birth.

Speaking of Prince, Pamela talks about the Theology of Prince project at United, what it means to be an interfaith Buddhist practitioner, the co-mingling of Buddhism and Christianity, the resistance of some Christians to engage in inter-religious practice, and the intersection of pop culture and faith.

You’ll hear:

A story about how someone found their spirituality through Prince

The disembodiment of our faith and how Prince reconciles sexuality and spirituality

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/21/homebrewed-culturecast-live-from-minneapolis/feed/0Coming at you LIVE from Surly Brewing in Minneapolis, it’s the Homebrewed CultureCast. Get ready to wade into nerdy theological waters. Right after Christian keynoted at the Voices Conference, he hung out with Dr. Kyle Roberts and Dr.Coming at you LIVE from Surly Brewing in Minneapolis, it’s the Homebrewed CultureCast. Get ready to wade into nerdy theological waters. Right after Christian keynoted at the Voices Conference, he hung out with Dr. Kyle Roberts and Dr. Pamela Ayo Yetunde of the United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Up first, Kyle talks about his work and...Homebrewed Christianity1:26:51nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTrump, Mueller & Dems Dos-Don’ts in 2018https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/14/trump-mueller-dems-dos-donts-in-2018/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/14/trump-mueller-dems-dos-donts-in-2018/#respondTue, 14 Nov 2017 17:05:08 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23832This is perhaps the nerdiest episode of the CultureCast: an all politics-nerd episode. In it, Christian and Amy talk about the special election in Virginia, the anniversary of the 2016 election, the Mueller investigation, and what the Democrats need to do for 2018.

Are you confused about the whole Russia/Trump timeline? about who’s who? Or maybe you’re confounded by the scriptural defense of pedophilia. Or maybe you’re wondering what Democrats need to focus on in 2018 to win? Guns? Abortion? Trump??? The Piatt’s are here to help! And something weird is going on in the recommendations of the week…

Stay tuned for our LIVE episode from Minneapolis where Christian talks with Pamela Ayo Yetunde about the theology of Prince. And if you can’t wait that long, check out United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities invite for submissions of academic papers, personal essays, poetry, spoken word, or visual art on the Theology of Prince.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/14/trump-mueller-dems-dos-donts-in-2018/feed/0This is perhaps the nerdiest episode of the CultureCast: an all politics-nerd episode. In it, Christian and Amy talk about the special election in Virginia, the anniversary of the 2016 election, the Mueller investigation,This is perhaps the nerdiest episode of the CultureCast: an all politics-nerd episode. In it, Christian and Amy talk about the special election in Virginia, the anniversary of the 2016 election, the Mueller investigation, and what the Democrats need to do for 2018. Trump has quietly accomplished more than it appears… so Christian and Amy...Homebrewed Christianity59:09nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWhen Religion Becomes a Cult with David Trotterhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/07/when-religion-becomes-a-cult-with-david-trotter/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/07/when-religion-becomes-a-cult-with-david-trotter/#respondTue, 07 Nov 2017 17:33:43 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23807When does religion become a cult? What groups might qualify? And who decides?

In this episode of the CultureCast, Christian and Amy talk about the 6 criteria used to determine if a group is in fact a cult, have we as a nation become a cult, and are certain brands of Christianity cult-ish?

Christian interviews David Trotter about his new documentary Set Free Posse: Jesus Freaks, Biker Gang, or Christian Cult? The story revolves around pastor Phil Aguilar in Anaheim, CA. David talks about seeing him for the first time as a college student, their first face-to-face meeting in David’s house, Phil’s conversion in prison, his involvement with Trinity Broadcasting Network, housing people dealing with drug addiction in his home, and why things started to fall apart. Plus, they also talk about one particular moment, involving the set free posse and some hell’s angels… You can watch the documentary an Amazon, or head over to setfreefilm.com to learn more.

You’ll also hear about David’s new project, The Road to Edmond, staring Homebrewed Christianity’s own Tripp Fuller!

Amy and Christian also discuss the latest mass shooting at a Texas church, this New Yorker article, the location of evil (and love), and reminisce about the first time they met.

And last, but certainly not least, you can be apart of the CultureCast community by donating to help support the podcast. Patrons get access to all sorts of goodies, like Amy and Christian’s new series, Hidden God.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/11/07/when-religion-becomes-a-cult-with-david-trotter/feed/0When does religion become a cult? What groups might qualify? And who decides? In this episode of the CultureCast, Christian and Amy talk about the 6 criteria used to determine if a group is in fact a cult, have we as a nation become a cult,When does religion become a cult? What groups might qualify? And who decides? In this episode of the CultureCast, Christian and Amy talk about the 6 criteria used to determine if a group is in fact a cult, have we as a nation become a cult, and are certain brands of Christianity cult-ish? Christian interviews...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:58nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithRedefining Family Values with Amber Cantornahttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/31/redefining-family-values/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/31/redefining-family-values/#respondTue, 31 Oct 2017 18:37:24 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23777There’s no question that what the word “family” means today, which means the values of what make for a good family, are changing as well.

We’ve all heard that we need to get back to “Biblical family values,” but that does that mean? We break out a list of some models of family and what was acceptable during “Biblical times.” Safe to say these aren’t your momma’s values.

We talk with Amber Cantorna, author of “Refocusing My Family,” about how she took a different path from her “Focus on the Family” roots to marry her female partner.

The Echo Chamber runneth over too, with everything from the so-called “Goddess Myth” about what makes a good mother to plural marriage and what the Church’s role is in that discussion.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/31/redefining-family-values/feed/0There’s no question that what the word “family” means today, which means the values of what make for a good family, are changing as well. We’ve all heard that we need to get back to “Biblical family values,” but that does that mean?There’s no question that what the word “family” means today, which means the values of what make for a good family, are changing as well. We’ve all heard that we need to get back to “Biblical family values,” but that does that mean? We break out a list of some models of family and what...Homebrewed Christianity1:15:30nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithOur Connections Can Save (and Destroy) Ushttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/24/our-connections-can-save-and-destroy-us/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/24/our-connections-can-save-and-destroy-us/#respondTue, 24 Oct 2017 17:47:26 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23745Will our connections be our salvation? Or our destruction?

difference and balance between cultural appropriation and respectful connection

Christian talks with AJ Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically, is back on to talk about his latest book, It’s All Relative, the world’s biggest family reunion, the dangers of genealogy and an obsession with genetics, why we should’t idealize our ancestors, embracing failure, how our tribal bias plays a role in situations of abuse, and AJ asks: should “the family” be abolished?

Plus, Harvey Weinstein, #metoo, sexual abuse in and out of the church, and the culture of silence surrounding abuse.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/24/our-connections-can-save-and-destroy-us/feed/0Will our connections be our salvation? Or our destruction? In this Homebrewed CultureCast episode, Christian and Amy explore: how we are bound together by trauma, silence, and genetics the connection between neutron stars, gravitational waves,Will our connections be our salvation? Or our destruction? In this Homebrewed CultureCast episode, Christian and Amy explore: how we are bound together by trauma, silence, and genetics the connection between neutron stars, gravitational waves, and Christian’s wedding ring difference and balance between cultural appropriation and respectful connection Christian talks with AJ Jacobs, author of The...Homebrewed Christianity1:26:05nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThis Episode is (Kinda) a Matter of Life and Deathhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/13/this-episode-is-kinda-a-matter-of-life-and-death/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/13/this-episode-is-kinda-a-matter-of-life-and-death/#respondFri, 13 Oct 2017 21:11:40 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23716Our nation is founded on the principle of placing central in our value system, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” But sometimes one negatively affects the other. Also, being “pro life” can mean so much more than most people assume.

We discuss Diana Butler Bass’ recent claim that maybe church has reached a necessary end of its life cycle and what she says we should do. Then in the interview, activist, author and theologian Jeff Hood lays out a biblical case for abolishing the death penalty and shares chilling moments when his threshold for mercy have been challenged.

Most people can use the Bible, and maybe even the Constitution, to defend their position on everything from abortion and the environment to guns and health care. But where does the Gospel stand on these issues, and is there ever a gospel-centered argument for killing?

We also call out churches to stand up and speak out on issues like these that matter, recommend stuff Amy can’t pronounce and we share a fear with some senate republicans.

You heard me. Come get it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/13/this-episode-is-kinda-a-matter-of-life-and-death/feed/0Our nation is founded on the principle of placing central in our value system, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” But sometimes one negatively affects the other. Also, being “pro life” can mean so much more than most people assume.Our nation is founded on the principle of placing central in our value system, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” But sometimes one negatively affects the other. Also, being “pro life” can mean so much more than most people assume. We discuss Diana Butler Bass’ recent claim that maybe church has reached a necessary...Homebrewed Christianity1:09:15nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWhite Men: Most Dangerous People in America?https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/04/white-men-most-dangerous-people-in-america/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/04/white-men-most-dangerous-people-in-america/#respondWed, 04 Oct 2017 23:10:24 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23702Salon Magazine asked a poignant question recently after a spate of domestic mass shootings: why is it always the white guy? While middle class males, in particular, are supposed to have more power and privilege than anyone else on the whole in America, so why are so many of us so filled with rage and violence?

We explore the phenomenon of the “white male shooter” after the recent Las Vegas massacre, along with other related questions like: is Donald Trump helping to mobilize, or even radicalize, white moderates? Was MLK right when he claimed that the white moderate is the most dangerous group of people in America? And finally, what do we do as seekers of justice and reconciliation in response to such horrific acts of terror?

We speak with author and theologian Danielle Shroyer about her take on the current culture and the place of white moderates within it, as well as about her role in the start of the emergent Christian movement. Finally, we touch on the recent shift in the social foundation of the culture in Saudi Arabia with the government finally allowing women to drive and what it means for the future of the traditionally patriarchal nation.

Fears of the week abound, from rogue immune system cells to high-impact cyberwar. But fear not, because we leave you with eight easier steps to help live a happier, healthier life. All this week on your Homebrewed CultureCast with Christian and Amy Piatt.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/10/04/white-men-most-dangerous-people-in-america/feed/0Salon Magazine asked a poignant question recently after a spate of domestic mass shootings: why is it always the white guy? While middle class males, in particular, are supposed to have more power and privilege than anyone else on the whole in America,...Salon Magazine asked a poignant question recently after a spate of domestic mass shootings: why is it always the white guy? While middle class males, in particular, are supposed to have more power and privilege than anyone else on the whole in America, so why are so many of us so filled with rage and...Homebrewed Christianity1:04:16nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithProphets, Priests, Heretics, Nones and Becoming Truly Humanhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/20/prophets-priests-heretics-nones-and-becoming-truly-human/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/20/prophets-priests-heretics-nones-and-becoming-truly-human/#respondWed, 20 Sep 2017 18:31:41 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23681About one in four Americans identify as a “None,” which means, when asked about their religious affiliation, they claim “none of the above.” And yet so many of them claim some form of spirituality, or at least a hunger for exploring the possibility of God. In his new move, “Becoming Truly Human,” Nathan Andrew Jacobs follows several young adult Nones through their own journeys in, and out of, organized religion. One of them even ends up back in church, but maybe not where you’d expect.

Amy and Christian explore the importance of heretics in church, whether it’s Christlike to live on the “edge of the inside” of religion as father Richard Rohr calls it, and the important balance between movements and institutions, prophets and priests.

Throughout this episode, we explore the lingering question: Does religion matter anymore? This week on your Homebrewed CultureCast.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/20/prophets-priests-heretics-nones-and-becoming-truly-human/feed/0About one in four Americans identify as a “None,” which means, when asked about their religious affiliation, they claim “none of the above.” And yet so many of them claim some form of spirituality, or at least a hunger for exploring the possibility of ...About one in four Americans identify as a “None,” which means, when asked about their religious affiliation, they claim “none of the above.” And yet so many of them claim some form of spirituality, or at least a hunger for exploring the possibility of God. In his new move, “Becoming Truly Human,” Nathan Andrew Jacobs...Homebrewed Christianity1:20:10nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithA Theology of Disaster, Osteen’s Sin of Sodom and Welcoming Disruptionhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/02/a-theology-of-disaster-osteens-sin-of-sodom-and-welcoming-disruption/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/02/a-theology-of-disaster-osteens-sin-of-sodom-and-welcoming-disruption/#respondSat, 02 Sep 2017 18:11:23 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23660Hurricane Harvey was a “1,000-year storm” that will have an impact on the Houston area for years or even decades. But what does such disaster tell us about God? More important, perhaps, is what it tell us about ourselves and how we understand God.

Megachurch Pastor and Prosperity Gospel Preacher Joel Osteen commits a “Sin of Sodom” which he has neither confessed nor asked for forgiveness. What is Church’s role when the waters rise around us?

Sometimes we submit to disruption in our lives; sometimes it overwhelms us with little or no warning. How we handle such moments and how ultimately we emerge from them tells us volumes about our inner selves.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/09/02/a-theology-of-disaster-osteens-sin-of-sodom-and-welcoming-disruption/feed/0Hurricane Harvey was a “1,000-year storm” that will have an impact on the Houston area for years or even decades. But what does such disaster tell us about God? More important, perhaps, is what it tell us about ourselves and how we understand God.Hurricane Harvey was a “1,000-year storm” that will have an impact on the Houston area for years or even decades. But what does such disaster tell us about God? More important, perhaps, is what it tell us about ourselves and how we understand God. Megachurch Pastor and Prosperity Gospel Preacher Joel Osteen commits a “Sin...Homebrewed Christianity1:14:44nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWild Goose LIVE: CultureCast and Homebrewed Christianity Double Episodehttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/18/wild-goose-live-culturecast-and-homebrewed-christianity-double-episode/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/18/wild-goose-live-culturecast-and-homebrewed-christianity-double-episode/#respondFri, 18 Aug 2017 18:23:00 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23624

In a special double episode that combines both a CultureCast and a Homebrewed Christianity episode, we celebrate Tripp Fuller’s 1,000th episode LIVE from the main stage at Wild Goose.

On the CultureCast, Christian is joined by Tripp, Kristen Howerton and pastor-cum-rapper JKwest, while Tripp welcomes Christian, Micky ScottBey Jones and Robyn Henderson Espinoza. Tripp “Takes the C–k out of the crown,” the white guys get silenced and what would a live shoe be without some Postmodern 8-ball?

Kristen and I talk about Beer and Hymns, and whether or not alcohol should be allowed in church, and how she balances egalitarian gender roles and a nontraditional family in the Trump era. Julian Deshazier (AKA JKwest) offers his insight on theopoetics as nonviolent resistance. And Tripp…well, Tripp speaks for himself. Always.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/18/wild-goose-live-culturecast-and-homebrewed-christianity-double-episode/feed/0In a special double episode that combines both a CultureCast and a Homebrewed Christianity episode, we celebrate Tripp Fuller’s 1,000th episode LIVE from the main stage at Wild Goose. On the CultureCast, Christian is joined by Tripp,In a special double episode that combines both a CultureCast and a Homebrewed Christianity episode, we celebrate Tripp Fuller’s 1,000th episode LIVE from the main stage at Wild Goose. On the CultureCast, Christian is joined by Tripp, Kristen Howerton and pastor-cum-rapper JKwest, while Tripp welcomes Christian, Micky ScottBey Jones and Robyn Henderson Espinoza. Tripp “Takes...Homebrewed Christianity1:15:55nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithPastoral Burnout, Healing Spiritual Wounds and How To Hack an Electionhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/11/pastoral-burnout-healing-spiritual-wounds-and-how-to-hack-an-election/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/11/pastoral-burnout-healing-spiritual-wounds-and-how-to-hack-an-election/#respondFri, 11 Aug 2017 23:04:10 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23609Anyone who knows a few pastors probably knows someone who has struggled with burnout. Ministry always has been an atypical job with lots of unique demands and stressors, but as reported in a Barna Research Group study discussed in a new article called “Why Pastors Leave the Ministry,” it’s a growing trend.

Then author and pastor Carol Howard Merritt talks us through how to heal our spiritual wounds as laid out in her latest book called (not surprisingly) “Healing Spiritual Wounds.” Professional hacker and our CultureCast cyber-ethics guru Michael Collins tells us about an experience he had recently at a hackers’ conference where he watched teams of nerds hack into the very election machines used during the 2016 election. He even offers a surprising alternative that he thinks is the most secure way to keep our votes safe.

Christian recommends a book he hasn’t read yet, Amy tells you why you should get stuck in a dryer and, as always, she is afraid of…well if I told you, it wouldn’t be a surprise, now would it?

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/11/pastoral-burnout-healing-spiritual-wounds-and-how-to-hack-an-election/feed/0Anyone who knows a few pastors probably knows someone who has struggled with burnout. Ministry always has been an atypical job with lots of unique demands and stressors, but as reported in a Barna Research Group study discussed in a new article called ...Anyone who knows a few pastors probably knows someone who has struggled with burnout. Ministry always has been an atypical job with lots of unique demands and stressors, but as reported in a Barna Research Group study discussed in a new article called “Why Pastors Leave the Ministry,” it’s a growing trend. Then author and...Homebrewed Christianity1:08:38nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithGod, Gays, Autism and Embodimenthttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/04/god-gays-autism-and-embodiment/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/04/god-gays-autism-and-embodiment/#respondFri, 04 Aug 2017 16:12:06 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23602What’s it like raising a child on the autism spectrum? Or being married to an adult on the spectrum? In an extended special segment, Amy and Christian Piatt talk about living with these and other realities, as well as how Church deals (or sometimes doesn’t) with special needs. We look into an online resource for autistic people and those who love them, created by none other than a young man who lives with this reality himself.

For the interview, Christian chats with gay Christian activist Justin Lee about Eugene Peterson’s PR skirmish, leaving the LGBT advocacy group he founded and how we rescue the gospel from the “God vs Gays” debate. Lee, author of TORN, started the Gay Christian Network sixteen years ago and, though he can’t talk about details, he explains what it’s like to walk away from a nonprofit you’ve poured yourself into for much of your life.

Finally, after Amy gets her dance on, we talk about who we are without our professional titles and roles, and the emotional challenges that arise when they go away.

Heavy stuff? Not likely on this show. Listen in and decide for yourself.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/08/04/god-gays-autism-and-embodiment/feed/0What’s it like raising a child on the autism spectrum? Or being married to an adult on the spectrum? In an extended special segment, Amy and Christian Piatt talk about living with these and other realities,What’s it like raising a child on the autism spectrum? Or being married to an adult on the spectrum? In an extended special segment, Amy and Christian Piatt talk about living with these and other realities, as well as how Church deals (or sometimes doesn’t) with special needs. We look into an online resource for...Homebrewed Christianity1:08:45nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe Left’s Hamburger Problem and Eugene Peterson’s Flip-Flophttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/07/28/the-lefts-hamburger-problem-and-eugene-petersons-flip-flop/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/07/28/the-lefts-hamburger-problem-and-eugene-petersons-flip-flop/#respondFri, 28 Jul 2017 17:34:01 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23596Some analysts say the left could gain some momentum, but only if they stop being “so annoying and get over their hamburger problem.” And after we looked into it, they’re right. In this episode of the Homebrewed CultureCast, we consider what’s at the root of progressives’ spate of losses in recent years, followed by a…let’s say passionate…talk about author Eugene Peterson’s curious reversal on his stance about LGBT equality and same-sex marriage after Lifeway Bookstores threatened to stop carrying his books.

Live from our temporary New Mexico studio (AKA, Amy’s brother’s Airstream trailer), we also throw out our weekly recommendations and dig deeper into Amy’s rather unexpected fear of the week.

It’s all Piatts, all day on this fresh, juicy CultureCast. Pull up a chair and dig in, kids.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/07/28/the-lefts-hamburger-problem-and-eugene-petersons-flip-flop/feed/0Some analysts say the left could gain some momentum, but only if they stop being “so annoying and get over their hamburger problem.” And after we looked into it, they’re right. In this episode of the Homebrewed CultureCast,Some analysts say the left could gain some momentum, but only if they stop being “so annoying and get over their hamburger problem.” And after we looked into it, they’re right. In this episode of the Homebrewed CultureCast, we consider what’s at the root of progressives’ spate of losses in recent years, followed by a…let’s...Homebrewed Christianity1:01:39nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithFaith, Fame and Identity with Matt Morrishttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/28/faith-fame-and-identity-with-matt-morris/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/28/faith-fame-and-identity-with-matt-morris/#respondWed, 28 Jun 2017 17:58:11 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23542Matthew David Morris (a.k.a. Matt Morris) didn’t have a typical childhood. From playing arena shows with his dad alongside Kenny Rogers to starring on the Mickey Mouse Club with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, Matthew David entered the public spotlight when his peers were coloring with finger paints in a classroom. As such, he met amazing people, toured internationally and became a teenage symbol of all Americans long to be.

At the same time, he saw the insanity just beneath the surface on Hollywood.

Matthew David discusses his years on television and stage with us, along with what it was like coming to terms with his own identity (including that of a queer young man) in such a surreal environment. We talk about how he came to decide the path many of his now-superstar friends took was not for him, and why he is now in seminary with the aim of entering the Episcopal priesthood.

We even got him to share two of his own songs on the show that few have ever heard before. Like what you hear? Check out his collection of originals called “When Everything Breaks Open.”

In News of the World, we debate whether the religious left’s emerging engagement in the political forum is appropriate and, if so, how it can make a real difference. Plus (of course) we wouldn’t leave you without some summer recommendations and plenty to be afraid of while you’re at it.

It is, as always, the best CultureCast in the history of all things known.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/28/faith-fame-and-identity-with-matt-morris/feed/0Matthew David Morris (a.k.a. Matt Morris) didn’t have a typical childhood. From playing arena shows with his dad alongside Kenny Rogers to starring on the Mickey Mouse Club with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera,Matthew David Morris (a.k.a. Matt Morris) didn’t have a typical childhood. From playing arena shows with his dad alongside Kenny Rogers to starring on the Mickey Mouse Club with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, Matthew David entered the public spotlight when his peers were coloring with finger paints in a...Homebrewed Christianity1:11:24nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSkinheads in America (pt 2 of 2) with Christian Picciolinihttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/20/skinheads-in-america-pt-2-of-2-with-christian-picciolini/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/20/skinheads-in-america-pt-2-of-2-with-christian-picciolini/#respondTue, 20 Jun 2017 18:59:55 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23527Do progressives and skinheads have overlapping agendas in the Pacific Northwest? Is “Alt Right” a synonym for “White Nationalist?” In the second half of our interview with former skinhead leader Christian Picciolini we talk about the larger implications of current political and media environments, how they contribute to racist extremism and what role we all play in our daily lives.

In the echo chamber, we break down the politicization of violence, and discuss the fact that Congressman Steve Scalise, known for his support of anti-gay, arguably racist politics was saved by a queer black woman named Crystal Griner.

In the Echo Chamber, you’ll find out how hipster the CultureCast Crew is (Matthew is in denial), and we learn in Amy’s Fear of the Week that, apparently, she’s been using razors incorrectly all her life.

Summer’s here, the ‘cast is hot and we’re sweaty…which isn’t sexy or cool. But true.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/20/skinheads-in-america-pt-2-of-2-with-christian-picciolini/feed/0Do progressives and skinheads have overlapping agendas in the Pacific Northwest? Is “Alt Right” a synonym for “White Nationalist?” In the second half of our interview with former skinhead leader Christian Picciolini we talk about the larger implication...Do progressives and skinheads have overlapping agendas in the Pacific Northwest? Is “Alt Right” a synonym for “White Nationalist?” In the second half of our interview with former skinhead leader Christian Picciolini we talk about the larger implications of current political and media environments, how they contribute to racist extremism and what role we all...Homebrewed Christianity1:09:33nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithChristian Picciolini on Skinheads in Americahttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/13/christian-picciolini-on-skinheads-in-america/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/13/christian-picciolini-on-skinheads-in-america/#respondTue, 13 Jun 2017 23:43:23 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23510He was a skinhead in his youth, and now he run an organization (Life After Hate) to get people out of that life. In the first part of this two-episode interview, Christian Picciolini talks with us about what makes a skinhead in America, what the current socio-political climate is doing to mainstream similar views and what can be done to address it. If you like what he has to say, check out his book, ROMANTIC VIOLENCE: Memoirs of an American Skinhead, or listen to the next CultureCast episode to get the rest of the interview.

We’re excited to welcome our new cohost this week, Matthew David Morris, singer/songwriter, theologian and generally groovy dude. His resume is way to impressive and long to detail here, so just listen to him as he corrects all the things Christian added to his bio last episode. Apparently Matthew writes songs for Jesus himself!

We talk about why the Pacific Northwest may well be the most racist region in America, why Amy is afraid of toes and hair, and we explore Christian’s unnatural affinity for Lord Buckethead.

Confused? Listen and we won’t promise it’ll make any more sense. But hey, it’s fun to try.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/06/13/christian-picciolini-on-skinheads-in-america/feed/0He was a skinhead in his youth, and now he run an organization (Life After Hate) to get people out of that life. In the first part of this two-episode interview, Christian Picciolini talks with us about what makes a skinhead in America,He was a skinhead in his youth, and now he run an organization (Life After Hate) to get people out of that life. In the first part of this two-episode interview, Christian Picciolini talks with us about what makes a skinhead in America, what the current socio-political climate is doing to mainstream similar views and...Homebrewed Christianity1:19:50nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithMaking History with Bishop Karen Olevitohttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/05/26/making-history-with-bishop-karen-olevito/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/05/26/making-history-with-bishop-karen-olevito/#respondSat, 27 May 2017 01:34:05 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23413Some people choose to break ground in their careers; others feel called to a ministry that will result in a reckoning of God’s calling with the cultural resistance on all sides. Bishop Karen Olevito is an inspiration in who she is and what she does, and we spent some time with her learning how she went from being a young girl in the United Methodist Church to one of the most compelling religious figures in the current American religious landscape.

Amy and Christian also process parental feelings after the Manchester bombing, then unpack some loaded church phrases and how to navigate therm in mixed ideological company. Amy drops some big names of folks she spent quality time with this week and Christian gets scolded for his reaction to perhaps her most bizarre (Christian says funny) fear of the week.

Amy gets street with her recommendation and we drop some exciting, fresh news about an exciting special cohost joining us for three shows in June!

Headed to Wild Goose? Join us for a LIVE recording of the show from the main stage that Saturday. Details to come.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/05/26/making-history-with-bishop-karen-olevito/feed/0Some people choose to break ground in their careers; others feel called to a ministry that will result in a reckoning of God’s calling with the cultural resistance on all sides. Bishop Karen Olevito is an inspiration in who she is and what she does,Some people choose to break ground in their careers; others feel called to a ministry that will result in a reckoning of God’s calling with the cultural resistance on all sides. Bishop Karen Olevito is an inspiration in who she is and what she does, and we spent some time with her learning how she...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:14nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithGENIUS’ Young Einstein, Johnny Flynnhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/23/genius-young-einstein-johnny-flynn/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/23/genius-young-einstein-johnny-flynn/#respondSun, 23 Apr 2017 21:48:45 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23335

He’s been a halfwit brother co-parenting his mute younger sibling (Comedy Central’s BROTHERHOOD) to a ladies’ man on with an…umm…awkward medical secret (Netflix’s LOVESICK). He’s the lead singer in the alt-folk group JOHNNY FLYNN AND THE SUSSEX WIT, and now he’s young Einstein along with Geoffrey Rush as his elder counterpart in GENIUS, Brian Grazer and Ron Howard’s new series premiering Tuesday, April 24th on the National Geographic channel.

Johnny Flynn is a man of the world and of many voices, passions and a broad scope of talents, and yet he admits to being intimidated by the idea both of playing one of the 20th centuries’ most known figures, while also working with some of the biggest names in the business. But as you will hear in this chat we had, he sees the world with a breadth and intellectual hunger. We discuss how the rise of German nationalism during Einstein’s later years feels eerily familiar in the global arena these days, and why “internationalism,” and even a more pantheistic understanding of God might help us break out of some dangerous socio-cultural trends.

Albert Einstein, it turns out, was far more than a whimsical scientific wonder, and Flynn’s depths reach well beyond being an engaging entertainer. Christian and Johnny go one-on-one, covering more ground in a half hour than Clooney’s globetrotting in UP IN THE AIR. Dig it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/23/genius-young-einstein-johnny-flynn/feed/0He’s been a halfwit brother co-parenting his mute younger sibling (Comedy Central’s BROTHERHOOD) to a ladies’ man on with an…umm…awkward medical secret (Netflix’s LOVESICK). He’s the lead singer in the alt-folk group JOHNNY FLYNN AND THE SUSSEX WIT,He’s been a halfwit brother co-parenting his mute younger sibling (Comedy Central’s BROTHERHOOD) to a ladies’ man on with an…umm…awkward medical secret (Netflix’s LOVESICK). He’s the lead singer in the alt-folk group JOHNNY FLYNN AND THE SUSSEX WIT, and now he’s young Einstein along with Geoffrey Rush as his elder counterpart in GENIUS, Brian Grazer...Homebrewed Christianity28:01nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithDirector, Animator, Author Kelly Asburyhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/19/director-animator-author-kelly-asbury/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/19/director-animator-author-kelly-asbury/#respondWed, 19 Apr 2017 21:18:35 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23313Animated feature films have been around since “Snow White,” but they’ve changed dramatically. How do artists and directors keep up? I talked with Kelly Asbury, veteran Hollywood animator and director of the new movie, Sony Pictures’ “Smurfs: The Lost Village,” as well as “Shrek 2” about the technical and creative process behind the stories that capture our imagination and define childhood and even adulthood in many ways.

Kelly started out in film animation working on “Toy Story” and has been involved in most of the great ones since then, including “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Little Mermaid” and others. He’s penned children’s books and has cultivated his passion for art that reaches kids since he was a kid drawing stories with his dad.

Kelly talks about working with the big studios, how art informs culture and even hints at some ideas he has for future projects. We also discuss how it’s been making the transition from pen-and-ink animation cells to 3-D computer animation. It’s a deeper dive into new waters for the CultureCast: check it out.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/04/19/director-animator-author-kelly-asbury/feed/0Animated feature films have been around since “Snow White,” but they’ve changed dramatically. How do artists and directors keep up? I talked with Kelly Asbury, veteran Hollywood animator and director of the new movie,Animated feature films have been around since “Snow White,” but they’ve changed dramatically. How do artists and directors keep up? I talked with Kelly Asbury, veteran Hollywood animator and director of the new movie, Sony Pictures’ “Smurfs: The Lost Village,” as well as “Shrek 2” about the technical and creative process behind the stories that...Homebrewed Christianity41:02nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithMovies, Meaning and the Oscars with Gareth Higginshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/28/movies-meaning-and-the-oscars-with-gareth-higgins/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/28/movies-meaning-and-the-oscars-with-gareth-higgins/#respondTue, 28 Feb 2017 20:13:04 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23125Films move our culture in profound ways, but how? Did Hollywood, and particularly, the Oscars, elevate women this year after major fallout last year? How about ethnic minorities? LQBTQ? And what do 2016’s films tell us about ourselves and our world?

Gareth Higgins, founder of The Porch Magazine and the Movies and Meaning Festival, joins us to break down this year’s Oscar winners, the show itself (fails and all) which films you missed this year but need to see, and his ten favorites (Spoiler: Muppet Movie made the list and Citizen Kane didn’t).

We break down the “Platinum Age of Television” and how it’s changing media and society, plus I ask him questions that annoy him like whether Disney has saved the Star Wars Franchise (it matters to me!!!).Be sure to check out The Porch if you appreciate thoughtful, literary writing, and when you check out the festival (happening in Albuquerque in April), make sure to use the code WALKER” for 10% off your festival pass. And yes, that stands for Alice Walker, author of The Color Purple, who will be there along with lots of others.

Bulk up your “to watch” list with this special episode that’s 100% about film and TV.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/28/movies-meaning-and-the-oscars-with-gareth-higgins/feed/0Films move our culture in profound ways, but how? Did Hollywood, and particularly, the Oscars, elevate women this year after major fallout last year? How about ethnic minorities? LQBTQ? And what do 2016’s films tell us about ourselves and our world?Films move our culture in profound ways, but how? Did Hollywood, and particularly, the Oscars, elevate women this year after major fallout last year? How about ethnic minorities? LQBTQ? And what do 2016’s films tell us about ourselves and our world? Gareth Higgins, founder of The Porch Magazine and the Movies and Meaning Festival, joins...Homebrewed Christianity1:36:12nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithGuns, Narcissists and What Being Human Meanshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/21/guns-narcissists-and-what-being-human-means/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/21/guns-narcissists-and-what-being-human-means/#respondTue, 21 Feb 2017 17:21:40 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23090What happens when an Episcopal priest Jeremy Lucas sets out to win an AR-15 in a raffle for a kids’ softball team fundraiser and gets it? What’s more, how do people – particularly Christians – react to his plans for the gun? Oh, and did I mention the the money used to buy the raffle tickets came from the church he serves?

Why is this post entirely in question form? I mean…ahem…

Lots of folks have suggested Donald Trump suffers from a Narcissistic Personality Disorder. So much so that Dr Allen Frances, the author of the criteria for the disorder chimed in to let us know what he thinks.

Then Amy helps us tease out what it means to be fully human, as informed by the mission and teaching of Jesus. She and her colleague, Rev Adam Phillips, have been doing a sermon series this summer on the subject, so we try to work out the question on the show.

Finally we offer some fresh fears to simmer over your ever-growing fires of anxiety, as well as a list of recommended songs, books and other media to help engage the “Powers That Be” in creatively subversive ways.

The gang’s all here and we’re back in the esteemed CultureCast studio for this episode for part one of this two-parti interview, with segment two appearing in the following episode, slated for about a week from now. Check it out, have a laugh, be inspired and challenged. Oh, and of course, hit us up on the links below, and don’t forget to drop a five-star rating on iTunes or Stitcher; it’s more important than you might think. Thanks!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/21/guns-narcissists-and-what-being-human-means/feed/0What happens when an Episcopal priest Jeremy Lucas sets out to win an AR-15 in a raffle for a kids’ softball team fundraiser and gets it? What’s more, how do people – particularly Christians – react to his plans for the gun? Oh,What happens when an Episcopal priest Jeremy Lucas sets out to win an AR-15 in a raffle for a kids’ softball team fundraiser and gets it? What’s more, how do people – particularly Christians – react to his plans for the gun? Oh, and did I mention the the money used to buy the raffle tickets...Homebrewed Christianity1:11:49nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithCultureCast LIVE in L.A. @ Theology Beer Camphttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/14/culturecast-live-in-l-a-theology-beer-camp/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/14/culturecast-live-in-l-a-theology-beer-camp/#respondTue, 14 Feb 2017 18:27:10 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=23047What happens when Christian and Amy head to a theology camp with three days of open jerks and about a dozen other podcasters? Well let’s find out, shall we?

Thanks to Tripp Fuller for having us as part of his first-ever Theology Beer camp at the Hatchery Campus in Redondo Beach, CA recently to do our show live with a rotating tap of special guests. Here’s a list of who call joined us for different segments:

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/02/14/culturecast-live-in-l-a-theology-beer-camp/feed/0What happens when Christian and Amy head to a theology camp with three days of open jerks and about a dozen other podcasters? Well let’s find out, shall we? Thanks to Tripp Fuller for having us as part of his first-ever Theology Beer camp at the Hatche...What happens when Christian and Amy head to a theology camp with three days of open jerks and about a dozen other podcasters? Well let’s find out, shall we? Thanks to Tripp Fuller for having us as part of his first-ever Theology Beer camp at the Hatchery Campus in Redondo Beach, CA recently to do our...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:05nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithHeaven and Hell with Barry Taylor, James Youngerhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/31/heaven-and-hell-with-barry-taylor-james-younger/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/31/heaven-and-hell-with-barry-taylor-james-younger/#respondWed, 01 Feb 2017 05:46:06 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22998What do other religions say about heaven? How about hell? Do the similarities across so many cultures and faiths point to a universal cosmic truth, or does it reveal more about our basic human nature?

After a few pints of heaven at the Homebrewed Theology Beer Camp, I sat down with James Younger, executive producer of the “Story of God” series, hosted by Morgan Freeman on the National Geographic Channel. He showed us an advance screening of their episode on Heaven and Hell, followed by an opportunity to sit down with him face-to-face to pick his brain.

After that, I went across the hall (literally) and grabbed some couch with Barry Taylor, noted eccentric, seasoned theological and cohost of the Story of Godcast, a companion podcast released after each new TV episode. In it, he and Tripp process the show and make broader and deeper connections by digging into their collective nerd-dom over a couple of mics.

And finally, after a muchly (yeah, I said that) mourned absence, Amy returns to hit a few “high” points of the first handful of days in the Trump presidency. Take your dramamine if you’re prone to motion sickness, kids. It’s likely to be a bumpy ride.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/31/heaven-and-hell-with-barry-taylor-james-younger/feed/0What do other religions say about heaven? How about hell? Do the similarities across so many cultures and faiths point to a universal cosmic truth, or does it reveal more about our basic human nature? After a few pints of heaven at the Homebrewed Theol...What do other religions say about heaven? How about hell? Do the similarities across so many cultures and faiths point to a universal cosmic truth, or does it reveal more about our basic human nature? After a few pints of heaven at the Homebrewed Theology Beer Camp, I sat down with James Younger, executive producer...Homebrewed Christianity53:39nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithDo Marches and Protests Really Matter?https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/27/do-marches-and-protests-really-matter/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/27/do-marches-and-protests-really-matter/#respondSat, 28 Jan 2017 01:57:54 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22969It was reported that at least 3.2 million people marched in solidarity for women the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration. Hundreds of thousands filled the streets and sidewalks of Washington DC, with similar rallies in cities across the nation. There were even concurrent marches for women in countries around the world. The anger, tension and need to be heard was palpable.

But did anything change?

We took time to chat with Dan Koch, host of the Depolarize Podcast and Jessica Hecox, member of Pantsuit Nation and participant in the recent marches, to try and answer this. Are such demonstrations necessary to advance cause? Do we need them as part of our own catharsis and feeling of not being alone? And can we do better, more, especially as people with some spiritual pursuit?

I also chatted with Aric Clark, Presbyterian pastor, writer, cohost of the Two Friars and a Fool Podcast and host on the LectionAric Youtube channel who spent a week at the protest site on native lands where the Dakota Access pipeline had been proposed. Though the development of the pipeline was delayed temporarily, it appears that the new administration in the White House has other intentions.

So what do we do now? What can we learn from that gathering of activists? Listen in and tell us what you think!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2017/01/27/do-marches-and-protests-really-matter/feed/0It was reported that at least 3.2 million people marched in solidarity for women the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration. Hundreds of thousands filled the streets and sidewalks of Washington DC, with similar rallies in cities across the nation.It was reported that at least 3.2 million people marched in solidarity for women the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration. Hundreds of thousands filled the streets and sidewalks of Washington DC, with similar rallies in cities across the nation. There were even concurrent marches for women in countries around the world. The anger, tension and...Homebrewed Christianity1:05:34nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithElection Hangover Podcast with Tripp and Christianhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/11/09/election-hangover-podcast-with-tripp-and-christian/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/11/09/election-hangover-podcast-with-tripp-and-christian/#respondWed, 09 Nov 2016 21:49:43 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22547This is a post-election podcast. It is very fresh. Christian and I talk about our feelings, thoughts, anger, and hopes after the election. We discuss it in three parts: as a Citizen, as a Husband-Parent, and as a Christian. At the conclusion we decided to have a future (more reflective) episode and invited listeners of both podcasts to join it via the SpeakPipe. You can do that here and add your voice to a future episode.

If for some reason you don’t subscribe to both the CultureCast and HBC… think about it!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/11/09/election-hangover-podcast-with-tripp-and-christian/feed/0This is a post-election podcast. It is very fresh. Christian and I talk about our feelings, thoughts, anger, and hopes after the election. We discuss it in three parts: as a Citizen, as a Husband-Parent, and as a Christian.This is a post-election podcast. It is very fresh. Christian and I talk about our feelings, thoughts, anger, and hopes after the election. We discuss it in three parts: as a Citizen, as a Husband-Parent, and as a Christian. At the conclusion we decided to have a future (more reflective) episode and invited listeners of...Homebrewed Christianity2:10:04nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTom Krattenmaker, Secular Jesus Followerhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/26/tom-krattenmaker-secular-jesus-follower/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/26/tom-krattenmaker-secular-jesus-follower/#respondWed, 26 Oct 2016 18:16:55 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22512Can you be a Christian and not believe in God? Tom Krattenmaker thinks so. We talk about his new book, “Confessions of a Secular Jesus Follower,” and why he feels like Jesus has a path that makes his life – and those of others, if they’ll be open to it – more rich and meaningful, regardless of theological belief.

Refreshingly compassionate toward evangelical Christians, the USA Today columnist and editor has a history of dispelling religious stereotypes. But rather than advocating for understanding of agnostics, humanists and atheists, he’s actually calling on his fellow skeptics (and us progressive Christians) to open our hearts and minds a little more to the good still at the heart of Christian Community.

We break down how it is that a guy who doesn’t embrace the idea of a Divine presence still follows a man whose ministry was centered on connection with said Divine presence. Krattenmaker, communications director at Yale Divinity School is in many ways the essence of postmodern theological and philosophical pursuits: a walking paradox. But his earnestness and thoughtfulness will challenge at least something about your assumptions, be it about humanists or Christians.

Plus he’s just a swell guy.

The CultureCast crew chats up Christian’s recent trek to the Kingdom of Jordan, challenging some assumptions many of us have about the Middle East. Seems there’s a theme in this episode; if only I could put my finger on it…

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/26/tom-krattenmaker-secular-jesus-follower/feed/0Can you be a Christian and not believe in God? Tom Krattenmaker thinks so. We talk about his new book, “Confessions of a Secular Jesus Follower,” and why he feels like Jesus has a path that makes his life – and those of others,Can you be a Christian and not believe in God? Tom Krattenmaker thinks so. We talk about his new book, “Confessions of a Secular Jesus Follower,” and why he feels like Jesus has a path that makes his life – and those of others, if they’ll be open to it – more rich and meaningful, regardless...Homebrewed Christianity1:10:08nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithFinding Hope in the Jordanian Ruinshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/20/finding-hope-in-the-jordanian-ruins/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/20/finding-hope-in-the-jordanian-ruins/#respondThu, 20 Oct 2016 21:08:47 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22490

A mixture of Greek, Roman and Byzantine Ruins on the outskirts of Jarrash, Jordan. Photo by Christian Piatt

Christian Piatt’s recent trip to the middle east – specifically the Kingdom of Jordan – was themed “Strong in the Broken Places.” In a region surrounded by such conflict, violence and division, how does Jordan remain a safe haven for citizens, immigrants and pilgrims alike? In the midst of brokenness, from where do they find their strength?

After two years of struggling with both epilepsy and hypertension, dual diagnoses given to him within weeks of each other, Christian went in search of strength in the rubble of some of his own feelings of brokenness. This is is the first of his audio entry “mini-sodes” from that trip, which came from the day when he was sitting in the midst of millennia-old ruins, some of which were being renovated, while others disintegrated into nothingness.

How do we decide what really matters? Sometimes it takes things falling apart for us to figure it out.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/20/finding-hope-in-the-jordanian-ruins/feed/0Christian Piatt’s recent trip to the middle east – specifically the Kingdom of Jordan – was themed “Strong in the Broken Places.” In a region surrounded by such conflict, violence and division, how does Jordan remain a safe haven for citizens,Christian Piatt’s recent trip to the middle east – specifically the Kingdom of Jordan – was themed “Strong in the Broken Places.” In a region surrounded by such conflict, violence and division, how does Jordan remain a safe haven for citizens, immigrants and pilgrims alike? In the midst of brokenness, from where do they find...Homebrewed Christianity10:00nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithJake Morrill on the Future of Churchhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/10/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/10/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church-2/#respondMon, 10 Oct 2016 20:04:59 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22474Slim Moon sits down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalist Church, for the second part of their chat: this time about the future of the institutional church as a whole. Does it have a chance at survival? What will change, and what will remain? Do we need organized religion to pursue an authentic experience of the Divine?

The CultureCast trio then talks about when, or if, violence are ever justified for police. And as people of faith, can we ever justify violence?

Finally, in addition to your go-to Fear of the Week and Recommendations deliciosity, we bump heads about whether the electoral college in the United States still serves any democratically constructive purpose, or if Donald Trump’s candidacy is an argument to keep it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/10/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church-2/feed/0Slim Moon sits down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalist Church, for the second part of their chat: this time about the future of the institutional church as a whole. Does it have a chance at survival? What will change,Slim Moon sits down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalist Church, for the second part of their chat: this time about the future of the institutional church as a whole. Does it have a chance at survival? What will change, and what will remain? Do we need organized religion to pursue an authentic...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:19nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithBully Karma and Church as Sanctuaryhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/04/bully-karma-and-church-as-sanctuary/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/04/bully-karma-and-church-as-sanctuary/#respondTue, 04 Oct 2016 16:51:21 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22458We had our friend, Rev. Aaron Metcalf, on the CultureCast this week to share his amazing story about his childhood. He went from being a relative pariah and the subject of relentless bullying to being the one who shoved others outside the circle. But it turns out that, at least in this case, karma is real, and it’s a mofo.

He also challenges our stereotypes about the Church of Christ, of which he’s a part, which is always a good thing. Right, Martha Stewart?

In the rest of the show, we hit on the systemic racism emerging in the political discourse, along with the various ways Hillary Clinton seems designed to shoot herself in the foot, despite an apparent golden road, headed straight to Pennsylvania Avenue.

And if that ain’t enough to tickle your nerd fancy, listen to why cohost Slim Moon thinks all alcohol should be outlawed. Prohibition, anyone?

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/10/04/bully-karma-and-church-as-sanctuary/feed/0We had our friend, Rev. Aaron Metcalf, on the CultureCast this week to share his amazing story about his childhood. He went from being a relative pariah and the subject of relentless bullying to being the one who shoved others outside the circle.We had our friend, Rev. Aaron Metcalf, on the CultureCast this week to share his amazing story about his childhood. He went from being a relative pariah and the subject of relentless bullying to being the one who shoved others outside the circle. But it turns out that, at least in this case, karma is real,...Homebrewed Christianity1:10:29nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithAlan Chamber’s Exodus from Religious Slaveryhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/18/alan-chambers-exodus-from-religious-slavery/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/18/alan-chambers-exodus-from-religious-slavery/#respondSun, 18 Sep 2016 17:20:15 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22381Alan Chambers, former long-time Director of Exodus International, speaks in this episode about his struggle with his own sexual orientation, a love-hate relationship with church and his eventual closure of the once-notorious “Conversion Therapy” organization.

Chambers headed the Christian-based conversion group for years, having gone through the program himself. But after much prayerful contemplation and soul-searching, he realized it was the wrong thing to do. How did he know? He knew in his own heart that he was still gay. On top of that, he had seen the damage such programs had done to individuals and families, trying largely in vain to adhere to some Christian expectation of what a “Godly person” was supposed to be like.

In his controversial and beautifully revealing book, “My Exodus: From Fear to Grace,” he talks about finding more genuine community in gay bars than in many Christian circles, the bondage of religious doctrine and his own decision to remain married to his long-time wife, despite also being openly gay.

And after listening to this episode which, of course, includes tons of other CultureCast stuff too, check out his compelling video talk at his church, where he serves as an elder. In it, he talks about why it’s time for church to “grow up.” He nails religion for serving as a sort of modern-day slavery in it’s unhealthy expressions, and what we need to do about it.

Love or hate his ideas and what he has to say, you’ll admire his bravery and the risks he continues to take for what he believes in. It doesn’t undo what’s been done in the past, but if we truly believe in grace, Chambers’ call to live into it is hard to ignore.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/18/alan-chambers-exodus-from-religious-slavery/feed/0Alan Chambers, former long-time Director of Exodus International, speaks in this episode about his struggle with his own sexual orientation, a love-hate relationship with church and his eventual closure of the once-notorious “Conversion Therapy” organi...Alan Chambers, former long-time Director of Exodus International, speaks in this episode about his struggle with his own sexual orientation, a love-hate relationship with church and his eventual closure of the once-notorious “Conversion Therapy” organization. Chambers headed the Christian-based conversion group for years, having gone through the program himself. But after much prayerful contemplation and...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:54nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSULLY Screenwriter Todd Komarnickihttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/09/sully-screenwriter-todd-komarnicki/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/09/sully-screenwriter-todd-komarnicki/#respondFri, 09 Sep 2016 22:03:35 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22341In this CultureCast mini-sode, I chat with Todd Komarnicki, screenwriter for the new Clint Eastwood/Tom Hanks flick, SULLY. The movie focuses on Chelsea Sullenberger, captain of the US Air flight that he landed in the middle of the Hudson River after engine failures, saving all 155 people on board.

Turns out there was more controversy around the heroic act than many of us may remember, and Todd breaks down why this is a story that needed to be told on the big screen. Todd is also the producer and writer for several other movies, including the iconic holiday comedy, ELF, starring Will Farrell. We talked about how a movie about a guy in green tights actually can stir friction within the Christian ranks, how his faith informs his own work in Hollywood, and he drops little gem on me at the end that kinda makes me a hero with my kids.

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/09/09/sully-screenwriter-todd-komarnicki/feed/0In this CultureCast mini-sode, I chat with Todd Komarnicki, screenwriter for the new Clint Eastwood/Tom Hanks flick, SULLY. The movie focuses on Chelsea Sullenberger, captain of the US Air flight that he landed in the middle of the Hudson River after e...In this CultureCast mini-sode, I chat with Todd Komarnicki, screenwriter for the new Clint Eastwood/Tom Hanks flick, SULLY. The movie focuses on Chelsea Sullenberger, captain of the US Air flight that he landed in the middle of the Hudson River after engine failures, saving all 155 people on board. Turns out there was more controversy...Homebrewed Christianity30:39nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithAss-Hattery with Bruce Reyes-Chowhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/19/ass-hattery-with-bruce-reyes-chow/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/19/ass-hattery-with-bruce-reyes-chow/#respondFri, 19 Aug 2016 21:12:05 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22163Who’s down with learning how not to be an asshat? I mean if you like being one, might not listen to us, cause we’re on a mission.

In this episode, I talk with dad, author and groovy fellow God nerd Bruce Reyes-Chow about his new book, “DON’T BE AN ASSHAT: And Official Handbook for Raising Parents and Children”. This self-described parenting book for people who are sick of parenting books was co-written by Bruce and his wife, Robin Pugh (who was smart enough not to talk to me on the air), and includes rules they trade off sharing like:

Rule #5 Ask for Help

Rule #10 Taste Everything Once

Rule #33 Sing Loudly

Rule #43 Protest

Rule #48 Have Good Sex

Wait…what? Yes, I asked Bruce how, pray tell, do I explain to my kids what “good sex is and how to have it. Wanna know his response? Listen to the episode, my curious friend.

We tick off our top Olympic memories, talk about Trump’s convenient truths, hit you between the eyes with our fears of teen puberty (I see a theme here) and some other culture-y crap.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/19/ass-hattery-with-bruce-reyes-chow/feed/0Who’s down with learning how not to be an asshat? I mean if you like being one, might not listen to us, cause we’re on a mission. In this episode, I talk with dad, author and groovy fellow God nerd Bruce Reyes-Chow about his new book,Who’s down with learning how not to be an asshat? I mean if you like being one, might not listen to us, cause we’re on a mission. In this episode, I talk with dad, author and groovy fellow God nerd Bruce Reyes-Chow about his new book, “DON’T BE AN ASSHAT: And Official Handbook for Raising...Homebrewed Christianity1:04:19nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithJake Morrill on the Future of Churchhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/05/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/05/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church/#respondFri, 05 Aug 2016 17:33:18 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=22089Listen in as Slim breaks down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalists and Christian Unitarian Universalist Pastor, talk about what they see as the future of institutional church and religion in our culture. Do we need it? Is it worth sustaining? Does our understanding of “Church” inevitably have to evolve? Into what? Coke or Pepsi? Paper or plastic??? All will be answered, fear not.

We also talk about why the RNC was a Trumpster fire to which a certain someone continues to add lots of fuel, and what the ups and downs are of the “politics of emotion” on both sides of the aisle. And though the marriage of faith to politics has principally been a Republican theme for decades, is that identity shifting? Are Dems courting the Christian vote, and is it working?

And of course we’ll give you tips on what to read, watch and be afraid of, so you’ll have lots to occupy you other than the prospect of a standout between two of the possibly least popular candidates in recent history. So you got that going for you!

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/08/05/jake-morrill-on-the-future-of-church/feed/0Listen in as Slim breaks down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalists and Christian Unitarian Universalist Pastor, talk about what they see as the future of institutional church and religion in our culture. Do we need it?Listen in as Slim breaks down with Jake Morrill, head of the Christian Universalists and Christian Unitarian Universalist Pastor, talk about what they see as the future of institutional church and religion in our culture. Do we need it? Is it worth sustaining? Does our understanding of “Church” inevitably have to evolve? Into what? Coke...Homebrewed Christianity1:03:47nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithCultureCast LIVE at the Goose with Trey Pearsonhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/07/18/culturecast-live-at-the-goose-with-trey-pearson/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/07/18/culturecast-live-at-the-goose-with-trey-pearson/#respondMon, 18 Jul 2016 16:52:26 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=21438For the first time, we did a live show out of town with the whole crew, and where better than at Wild Goose 2016?

Trey Pearson, founder and main man in the band Everyday Sunday, was our special guest. he broke down what it’s been like going from a darling of the Contemporary Christian Music scene to now living as an openly gay man who still loves sharing good music. He’s been everywhere from NBC news to the View, Billboard and New York Times, and now he’s here with us.

And of course we made him play our Trump Edition of the Price is Right too. Cause we’re a-holes that way.

We throw down some Postmodern 8-ball, Amy’s Goose-specific fear of the week, and even welcome a “special” guest who graced/tortured us with a sending-off song that likely will not be creeping up the CCM music charts anytime soon.

Special thanks to Phillips Theological Seminary for sponsoring this live broadcast. We would not have been able to be there without them. As such, show them a little love and check out the remote higher ed offerings they provide, for everything from an ordained ministry track to how to become more active as a social justice badass right in your local community.

Props also to Chalice Press for sharing some books to give away, and to Crowdscribed, our new publishing house parter, for also being there with us.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/07/18/culturecast-live-at-the-goose-with-trey-pearson/feed/0For the first time, we did a live show out of town with the whole crew, and where better than at Wild Goose 2016? Trey Pearson, founder and main man in the band Everyday Sunday, was our special guest. he broke down what it’s been like going from a darl...For the first time, we did a live show out of town with the whole crew, and where better than at Wild Goose 2016? Trey Pearson, founder and main man in the band Everyday Sunday, was our special guest. he broke down what it’s been like going from a darling of the Contemporary Christian Music...Homebrewed Christianity56:21nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe Biggest Bank Robbery No One Knows Abouthttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/30/the-biggest-bank-robbery-no-one-knows-about/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/30/the-biggest-bank-robbery-no-one-knows-about/#respondThu, 30 Jun 2016 16:15:34 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20955How did someone pull off an $81 million international bank heist? Better yet, how did they do it without anyone hearing about it? Mike Collins, our resident tech expert, explains. A criminal network who had planned on stealing $1 billion, got away with one of the biggest single hauls in history, leaving no trace of the original funds. And despite the elaborate organized crime systems used to do it, they were stopped from stealing more only because – get this – of a typo.

We talk about the disaster in the making that is called “Brexit,” and about whether terrorism is turning us into the very thing that we hate.

Then we talk about stupid shit because it’s what we do.

See you at Wild Goose! Join the CultureCast LIVE with guests Trey Pearson and Tripp Fuller on Friday, July 8th from 5:30-6:30. Giveaways will be gived and beverages will be drink-ded.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/30/the-biggest-bank-robbery-no-one-knows-about/feed/0How did someone pull off an $81 million international bank heist? Better yet, how did they do it without anyone hearing about it? Mike Collins, our resident tech expert, explains. A criminal network who had planned on stealing $1 billion,How did someone pull off an $81 million international bank heist? Better yet, how did they do it without anyone hearing about it? Mike Collins, our resident tech expert, explains. A criminal network who had planned on stealing $1 billion, got away with one of the biggest single hauls in history, leaving no trace of the...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:31nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithOrlando, God and the Gay Christian (Matthew Vines)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/21/orlando-god-and-the-gay-christian-matthew-vines/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/21/orlando-god-and-the-gay-christian-matthew-vines/#respondTue, 21 Jun 2016 21:43:07 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20915In this special hour-long interview, I talk with Matthew Vines, author of “God and the Gay Christian,” and Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of Christ Church, Portland about the tragedy in Orlando. We also discuss both what its like for a gay man like Vines, who is part of a conservative Evangelical community, to come out, and what the effects of being an Evangelical LGBTQ advocate have been for Adam.

This powerful discussion goes well beyond the myth of the biblical case against being gay, and even beyond how we, as people of faith, begin to address hate crimes like the one at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida. In particular, Matthew reveals both his need to grieve such loss before considering next steps, and what it means to make up every day as a man in a culture that generally lacks tolerance for who he is.

There’s little more I can add to this episode that isn’t said better in the show itself. It’s not the easiest listen, but for anyone interested in knowing your fellow human beings better and in working toward more holy, inspired reconciliation, this is a must.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/21/orlando-god-and-the-gay-christian-matthew-vines/feed/0In this special hour-long interview, I talk with Matthew Vines, author of “God and the Gay Christian,” and Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of Christ Church, Portland about the tragedy in Orlando. We also discuss both what its like for a gay man like Vines,In this special hour-long interview, I talk with Matthew Vines, author of “God and the Gay Christian,” and Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of Christ Church, Portland about the tragedy in Orlando. We also discuss both what its like for a gay man like Vines, who is part of a conservative Evangelical community, to come out,...Homebrewed Christianity1:03:42nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSweaty Faces, Parent Shame, Prez Hillary & Rising Above Ithttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/14/sweaty-faces-parent-shame-prez-hillary-rising-above-it/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/14/sweaty-faces-parent-shame-prez-hillary-rising-above-it/#respondTue, 14 Jun 2016 18:10:22 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20857Turns out Slim has a sweaty face. But we love him anyway. This leads us to a whole conversation about body images, the privilege of male grossness and if women should embrace their armpit hair. Well, technically I guess that’s impossible but you know…

As we all know, some really tough stuff has gone down lately; this timely sermon by Amy is our interview, talking about how we hold our grief and still rise through it and keep moving ahead.

If a kid falls in a gorilla habitat and everyone plays the blame game, who pays for the tragedy? Well of course, we kill the innocent animal, but aside from that, someone has to pay! We dig into parent shaming, including some of our own humiliating parenting moments. And man, do we have a lot of choose from.

Now that it’s settled who the major political teams have picked for the big showdown, what does it mean to have a woman making history, whether she wins or loses? And why do so many people hate her? There are reasons, we think, but not necessarily the obvious ones we tend to hear all the time.

Finally, after some too-hip-for-school recommendations, Amy fills us in on why we Pacific Northwesterners will also soon be liquified in her Fear of the Week. So yeah, it’s been fun folks, but I guess we’ll be zombie lava monsters soon.

Join us Saturday evening at 5:30 in North Carolina at Wild Goose Festival for a live CultureCast with special Guests Trey Pearson and Tripp Fuller. And yeah, ignore what Christian says in the episode about the show being on Friday night. That’s when he’s cohosting the Homebrewed Christianity live show with Tripp. Christian is altered most of the time but we like him anyway.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/06/14/sweaty-faces-parent-shame-prez-hillary-rising-above-it/feed/0Turns out Slim has a sweaty face. But we love him anyway. This leads us to a whole conversation about body images, the privilege of male grossness and if women should embrace their armpit hair. Well, technically I guess that’s impossible but you know… ...Turns out Slim has a sweaty face. But we love him anyway. This leads us to a whole conversation about body images, the privilege of male grossness and if women should embrace their armpit hair. Well, technically I guess that’s impossible but you know… As we all know, some really tough stuff has gone down...Homebrewed Christianity1:05:23nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithPrince’s Art Director, Webmaster and Historian, Sam Jenningshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/19/princes-graphic-artist-webmaster-and-historian-sam-jennings/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/19/princes-graphic-artist-webmaster-and-historian-sam-jennings/#respondThu, 19 May 2016 23:13:29 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20705Prince was shrouded so much in mystery and mystique that it’s hard to know what he was really like. So we sat down with his friend and former employee, Sam Jennings, to find out. In addition to being his graphic artist and webmaster for upwards of a decade, Sam and his family, hung out at the rock god’s expansive estate, sharing holiday meals while his daughter played dress-up with the man himself.

We talked with him about everything from Prince’s inspiration to his religious evolution and largely-unknown drug addiction. Known for being a paradigm-smashing pop culture icon, he also help forge a frontier for artists to connect more directly with the public online. Sam talks about how he came to know, and then work for, one of his long-time idols, along with his tragic and untimely death.

Check out our chat with Sam, then visit his body of work and learn more about him HERE.

And of course we can’t go Trump-less for long; we break down the Trump-vs-Elizabeth Warren Twitter throw-down, along with a look into what happened when George Zimmerman decided it was a good idea to try and auction off the gun he used to kill Trayvon Martin. Nothin but class, baby.

If that ain’t enough – and damn, you’re demanding if it ain’t – we serve up a fresh fear of the week and your latest recommendations for what to watch, listen to and read. Oughta keep you busy at least until the next show.

Oh, and be sure to come hang with us at Wild Goose Festival July 7-10 in North Carolina, where we’ll be hosting a LIVE SHOW Thursday night (July 7th from 8-9:30 PM), followed by Christian cohosting the Homebrewed Christianity show with Tripp Fuller the next evening on the Justice Stage. If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet,

Use offer code, “GooseCast2016” when you buy their tickets online and you’ll get 25% off.

Gonna be some goodness all up in that biz-nass.

OK, yeah, so that just didn’t work. You’ll get over it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/19/princes-graphic-artist-webmaster-and-historian-sam-jennings/feed/0Prince was shrouded so much in mystery and mystique that it’s hard to know what he was really like. So we sat down with his friend and former employee, Sam Jennings, to find out. In addition to being his graphic artist and webmaster for upwards of a de...Prince was shrouded so much in mystery and mystique that it’s hard to know what he was really like. So we sat down with his friend and former employee, Sam Jennings, to find out. In addition to being his graphic artist and webmaster for upwards of a decade, Sam and his family, hung out at...Homebrewed Christianity1:12:30nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithDirector/Writer Rodrigo Garcia on “Last Days in the Desert”https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/12/directorwriter-rodrigo-garcia-on-last-days-in-the-desert/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/12/directorwriter-rodrigo-garcia-on-last-days-in-the-desert/#respondThu, 12 May 2016 21:59:46 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20666In this Homebrewed CultureCast Minisode, I interview Rodrigo Garcia about his latest film, “Last Days in the Desert.” Starring Ewan MacGregor as both Jesus and “the Adversary” that Jesus encounters while on a desert trek, and is shot by Emmanuel Lubezki. Lubeski, known most recently for filming “Birdman” and “The Revenant,” is the first cinematographer ever in history to win three consecutive Academy Awards for their work. His masterful hand with the camera shines through, telling much of the story that is left to the viewer’s imagination in this sparsely written, postmodern “theopoetic” fictional account of what might have happened to jesus during his much-storied forty days preceding his ministry.

Garcia trusts his audience as vulnerably as he does these before and behind the camera in what shatters the notion of any expectation of a “Christian film.” His emphasis on Jesus’ humanity evokes themes of parental strife (human and divine), mortality and what it means to find one’s lifelong call.

To call it a faith-based movie before calling it a film about fundamental human experience and nature would be a mistake, and Garcia dances a fine line, inviting audiences of any (or no) faith into a story that metaphorically delves into our own disconnectedness from others at times, and even from our own selves.

“Last Days in the Desert” releases to select cities Friday, May 13th to test the public waters be sure to support this provocative, elegant work of storytelling, with the hope that it – as well as others – will help shift and reshape the conversations in our larger culture about what it means to be people searching for connection and deeper meaning.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/05/12/directorwriter-rodrigo-garcia-on-last-days-in-the-desert/feed/0In this Homebrewed CultureCast Minisode, I interview Rodrigo Garcia about his latest film, “Last Days in the Desert.” Starring Ewan MacGregor as both Jesus and “the Adversary” that Jesus encounters while on a desert trek,In this Homebrewed CultureCast Minisode, I interview Rodrigo Garcia about his latest film, “Last Days in the Desert.” Starring Ewan MacGregor as both Jesus and “the Adversary” that Jesus encounters while on a desert trek, and is shot by Emmanuel Lubezki. Lubeski, known most recently for filming “Birdman” and “The Revenant,” is the first cinematographer...Homebrewed Christianity28:40nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithStory of God w/ Morgan Freeman, Prince & Chimp Religionhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/22/story-of-god-w-morgan-freeman-prince-chimp-religion/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/22/story-of-god-w-morgan-freeman-prince-chimp-religion/#respondFri, 22 Apr 2016 22:42:42 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20559I got to chat with the producer of National Geographic Channel’s “Story of God with Morgan Freeman,” James Younger about his new interfaith series about religion, faith and who/what we understand God to be. Having worked on various science TV series and worked with such “Hard News” outlets as the Associated Press, “Story of God with Morgan Freeman” seemed like a bit of a philosophical departure; he explains why it’s not really, though.

We also process the then-hours-old news that rock legend Prince has died. What is his legacy, what are our memories, and why was he so damned magnetic as a media giant? Then we dive into the question we’re sure you’ve lost sleep over: do chimps practice religious ritual? No joke, this is based on a recently published findings that some science nerd speculate connotes a sense of ritual in the chimp world.

Next thing you know they’ll break into denominations and come up with so mind of chimp hell, probably where theres’ an infinite pile of bananas to peel with nothing in the middle. That would suck, wouldn’t it.

Finally, are churches ready for the wave of deaths coming with the aging boomer population? Is Amy preggers (argh!)? And are there billion-dollar industries based on age- and beauty-shaming women (spoiler alert: yes)?

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/22/story-of-god-w-morgan-freeman-prince-chimp-religion/feed/0I got to chat with the producer of National Geographic Channel’s “Story of God with Morgan Freeman,” James Younger about his new interfaith series about religion, faith and who/what we understand God to be.I got to chat with the producer of National Geographic Channel’s “Story of God with Morgan Freeman,” James Younger about his new interfaith series about religion, faith and who/what we understand God to be. Having worked on various science TV series and worked with such “Hard News” outlets as the Associated Press, “Story of God...Homebrewed Christianity1:03:30nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTripp Fuller Hatching Awesome Jesuses. Jesii? Jesusii?https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/08/tripp-fuller-hatching-awesome-jesuses-jesii-jesusii/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/08/tripp-fuller-hatching-awesome-jesuses-jesii-jesusii/#commentsFri, 08 Apr 2016 17:36:02 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20485Tripp Fuller, the “Podfather” of the Homebrewed podcast network, is a busy little bee. When he’s not curating a ten-book series or hosting one of five or so regular podcasts, he works with this kind of revolutionary new theological education program out on Redondo Beach called The Hatchery? What is this communal think-tank-cum-seminary a few feet from the sand, you ask? Listen to this episode of the CultureCast and all will be revealed. Tripp also chats up his new show, “The Story of God-cast,” a companion series to the miniseries, “The Story of God with Morgan Freeman,” as well as the first of his ten Homebrewed Christianity books, “Homebrewed Christianity Guide to Jesus: Lord, Liar, Lunatic…or Awesome?”

Yeah, he’s got some things a-happenin’.

In the rest of the show we talk about the all-too-real gender pay gap, as punctuated by a recent dustup in the professional soccer world. Next we pose the question of whether the U.S. government is straight-up inept if they have to outsource to a private company just to break into a single iPhone. I mean…one phone? Then we bust out some other tasty nuggets of goodness, bestow upon you a heaping’ helpin’ of recommendations and your coveted Fear of the Week.

Listen. Learn. Love. And some other Ls I can’t think of at the moment.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/08/tripp-fuller-hatching-awesome-jesuses-jesii-jesusii/feed/1Tripp Fuller, the “Podfather” of the Homebrewed podcast network, is a busy little bee. When he’s not curating a ten-book series or hosting one of five or so regular podcasts, he works with this kind of revolutionary new theological education program ou...Tripp Fuller, the “Podfather” of the Homebrewed podcast network, is a busy little bee. When he’s not curating a ten-book series or hosting one of five or so regular podcasts, he works with this kind of revolutionary new theological education program out on Redondo Beach called The Hatchery? What is this communal think-tank-cum-seminary a few...Homebrewed Christianity1:12:04nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faith(FIXED) From “None” to Activist Minister & Tales of Gastric Horrorhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/02/fixed-from-none-to-activist-minister-tales-of-gastric-horror/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/02/fixed-from-none-to-activist-minister-tales-of-gastric-horror/#respondSun, 03 Apr 2016 04:37:32 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20450

(First version of this episode was corrupt. Please download and listen to this one instead.)

WARNING: The second half of this show, though sophomoric and childish, has quite a bit of potentially kind-unfriendly language.

When a child is captivated by TV evangelists but you’re not exactly a religious family, what do you do? In Elizabeth Mount’s case, you go to a local Unitarian-Universalist church and explore there as a family, rather than let the pomade-slicked media hucksters do the teaching.

Elizabeth, now a U-U minister in formation, is known for dedication to environmental activism and protection of indigenous environments. In particular in this episode, Slim talks to Elizabeth about being a part of the much-covered protest from a Portland bridge last year to prevent a Shell Oil tanker from passing through toward the ocean. We learn what it’s like to spend 40 consecutive hours hanging from a bridge, some 100-plus feet in the air.

As Elizabeth both says and lives, faith is about what you do, not what you say.

We chat about how to respond in constructive ways to the recent spate of terror attacks without “becoming the theme we hate,” including some kid-inspired wisdom.

And then we talk about poop. A lot. You’ve been warned. Also, because we laugh our asses off through it all – because poop is funny – the sounds gets a little sketchy. As long as you laugh along with us you won’t really notice.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/04/02/fixed-from-none-to-activist-minister-tales-of-gastric-horror/feed/0(First version of this episode was corrupt. Please download and listen to this one instead.) WARNING: The second half of this show, though sophomoric and childish, has quite a bit of potentially kind-unfriendly language.(First version of this episode was corrupt. Please download and listen to this one instead.) WARNING: The second half of this show, though sophomoric and childish, has quite a bit of potentially kind-unfriendly language. When a child is captivated by TV evangelists but you’re not exactly a religious family, what do you do? In Elizabeth...Homebrewed Christianity1:09:24nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTrump v Anonymous and Killing Jesus (Again)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/25/trump-v-anonymous-and-killing-jesus-again/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/25/trump-v-anonymous-and-killing-jesus-again/#respondFri, 25 Mar 2016 19:31:49 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20395Happy Good Friday! Umm, I mean….

Of course the day marking Jesus’ crucifixion ain’t exactly as fun as flowers, Easter hams and egg hunts, but it’s a necessary path to it. After all, there’s no resurrection – however you understand that – without it. In that light, we’re sharing an interview we first did last Easter with Haaz Sleiman, star of the “KILLING JESUS” miniseries that came out last year. In addition to being time and interesting in itself, he talks about living in an interfaith space growing up (also deeply mired in violent conflict), as well as being a Muslim playing a Jew (Jesus) for a predominantly Christian audience.

Also, in addition to the Echo Chamber goodness, some fresh recommendations and Amy’s perennial penchant for trepidation in her Fear of the Week bit, we have our professional hacker Mike Collins back on to explain what’s going on with the attacks by the group “Anonymous” on Donald Trump that led to the release of lots of his private information online. What is doxing? Are “Anonymous” good guys or bad guys? Does this foreshadow the future of customized ayer-warfare? Paper or plastic? I mean, the questions are potentially endless!

Check it out, soak it in and stick it in your Easter bonnet for safe keeping. This is your piping hot Homebrewed Culture Cast.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/25/trump-v-anonymous-and-killing-jesus-again/feed/0Happy Good Friday! Umm, I mean…. Of course the day marking Jesus’ crucifixion ain’t exactly as fun as flowers, Easter hams and egg hunts, but it’s a necessary path to it. After all, there’s no resurrection – however you understand that – without it.Happy Good Friday! Umm, I mean…. Of course the day marking Jesus’ crucifixion ain’t exactly as fun as flowers, Easter hams and egg hunts, but it’s a necessary path to it. After all, there’s no resurrection – however you understand that – without it. In that light, we’re sharing an interview we first did last Easter...Homebrewed Christianity1:03:59nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithApple vs FBI, Trans Sisters and President Romneyhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/14/apple-vs-fbi-trans-sisters-and-president-romney/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/14/apple-vs-fbi-trans-sisters-and-president-romney/#respondMon, 14 Mar 2016 23:17:36 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20261 It’s the age-old “security-versus-freedom” debate that we’ve had i the U.S. since Jefferson, but everything changes when we introduce technology. Is it fair for the government to apply a 225-plus-year-old law to information on an iPhone? Do search warrants apply not only to getting access to the phone, but requiring the manufacturer break into it? Is Apple making a big deal out of one stinking’ phone, or is there precedent in the making that will reverberate for decades to come?

That’s what professional hacker and our tech expert-in-residence is for. He helps us break it all down so we know more about what the big deal is, from both sides since he’s worked for the tech companies and government. Always good to keep a nerd on the shelf in case of emergencies.

Sound too mundane for you? How about two siblings, born brothers, both of whom have come forward as trans women? What if you’ve seen their movies an TV shows. How about uterus transplants and the prospect of trans women actually giving birth?

Yeah I thought that might do it. You’re welcome. We talk through the implications of some breaking news stories on sex and gender and look forward to whet they might lead to in years ahead.

Finally, I talk with Adam Phillips, blogger and pastor of Christ Church, Portland, about a recent post of his in which he predicts not only that Mitt Romney that will be our next President but that House Speaker Paul Ryan – his former running mate, incidentally – will be the one in charge of putting him in office?

How, you ask? Listen in and soak up the goodness, friends. This is the Homebrewed CultureCast, Deep Think edition…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/03/14/apple-vs-fbi-trans-sisters-and-president-romney/feed/0It’s the age-old “security-versus-freedom” debate that we’ve had i the U.S. since Jefferson, but everything changes when we introduce technology. Is it fair for the government to apply a 225-plus-year-old law to information on an iPhone?It’s the age-old “security-versus-freedom” debate that we’ve had i the U.S. since Jefferson, but everything changes when we introduce technology. Is it fair for the government to apply a 225-plus-year-old law to information on an iPhone? Do search warrants apply not only to getting access to the phone, but requiring the manufacturer break into it?...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:53nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTalking Sex with Invisibilia’s Hanna Rosinhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/23/talking-sex-with-invisibilias-hanna-rosin-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/23/talking-sex-with-invisibilias-hanna-rosin-2/#respondTue, 23 Feb 2016 19:44:16 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20167

Hanna Rosin Delivering her TED Talk in 2010 about her then-forthcoming book, “The End of Men”

I’ve wanted to interview Hanna Rosin, host of NPR’s Invisibilia Podcast, contributor to/former editor of The Atlantic, writer for Slate and author of “The End of Men,” for a couple of years and I’m geeked out to get to share this conversation we had about and power. She, much like Malcolm Gladwell (another of my favorite writers and thinkers), discerns connections and patterns in our daily lives that most of us miss.

Some of Hanna’s common topics revolve around sex, gender, sexuality and how they relate to social roles and power dynamics in our culture. In this episodes, we get into everything from how we talk to our daughters about makeup to campus rape culture and why powerful women in America struggle to retain an image of sexuality at the same time.

Hanna also isn’t afraid to change her own takes on these and other topics, so we talk about how her perspectives on men and power have changed since the release of her controversial book, “The End of Men,” a few years ago.

We also break down the death of Justice Scalia, the politics around replacing him and how to talk about someone who has died about whom you find it really (REALLY) hard to say much that’s nice. We talk Apple vs the FBI, if larger Christian churches are cannibalizing the smaller ones as the pool of potential attendees shrinks and what Amy’s afraid of this week.

And if that ain’t enough…well then, you should probably just skip the show this week. Better luck next time. Sigh…some people.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/23/talking-sex-with-invisibilias-hanna-rosin-2/feed/0I’ve wanted to interview Hanna Rosin, host of NPR’s Invisibilia Podcast, contributor to/former editor of The Atlantic, writer for Slate and author of “The End of Men,” for a couple of years and I’m geeked out to get to share this conversation we had ab...I’ve wanted to interview Hanna Rosin, host of NPR’s Invisibilia Podcast, contributor to/former editor of The Atlantic, writer for Slate and author of “The End of Men,” for a couple of years and I’m geeked out to get to share this conversation we had about and power. She, much like Malcolm Gladwell (another of my favorite...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:01nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTHE FINEST HOURS’ Producer Jim Whitaker, Star Wars Fails & Political Geekeryhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/12/the-finest-hours-producer-jim-whitaker-star-wars-fails-political-geekery/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/12/the-finest-hours-producer-jim-whitaker-star-wars-fails-political-geekery/#respondFri, 12 Feb 2016 19:59:48 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20102

Ray Sybert (Casey Affleck) and Tchuda Southerland (Josh Stewart) struggle to keep their ship, the SS Pendleton, from sinking in THE FINEST HOURS

When the cohosts are away, Christian will play. Slim and Amy were out this week, so I decided to go solo. The main course of this week’s episode is my talk with co-producer of the new film, “The Finest Hours,” Jim Whitaker. He worked on “8 Mile,” “Thank You for Smoking” and many others, but we’ll talk about why this heroic story about the most famous rescue in Coast Guard history has been a passion project of his for years.

Just an hour after the end of the Malheur Wildlife Preserve occupation in Burns, OR, I make a few observations about when religious ideology comes second to present circumstances. Then we get into the biggest problems facing both political parties this election season, the seven epic fails that, if fixed, would have improved the Star Wars franchise, and finally I exploit Amy’s absence to commandeer her Fear of the Week…which happens to be her fear of me commandeering the Fear of the Week in her absence.

Ironic? mayhaps…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/02/12/the-finest-hours-producer-jim-whitaker-star-wars-fails-political-geekery/feed/0When the cohosts are away, Christian will play. Slim and Amy were out this week, so I decided to go solo. The main course of this week’s episode is my talk with co-producer of the new film, “The Finest Hours,” Jim Whitaker. He worked on “8 Mile,When the cohosts are away, Christian will play. Slim and Amy were out this week, so I decided to go solo. The main course of this week’s episode is my talk with co-producer of the new film, “The Finest Hours,” Jim Whitaker. He worked on “8 Mile,” “Thank You for Smoking” and many others, but...Homebrewed Christianity1:05:43nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe Burns, Oregon Occupation with Public Radio’s John Sepulvadohttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/01/27/httphbculturecast-libsyn-comthe-burns-oregon-occupation-with-public-radios-john-sepulvado/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/01/27/httphbculturecast-libsyn-comthe-burns-oregon-occupation-with-public-radios-john-sepulvado/#respondWed, 27 Jan 2016 23:01:07 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=20002

John Sepulvado, Host and reporter for Oregon Public Broadcasting, Contributor for NPR

After the tragic death of one of the occupiers at the nature preserve in Burns, Oregon and the arrest of several others, this interview I did with Oregon Public Broadcasting/National Public Radio’s John Sepulvado is particularly prescient. As he states in this interview, there seemed to be no way the Masher Preserve occupation wouldn’t end in violence (now the car), but is this what the Bundy family and others have wanted all along? what’s more, is it part of an religiously-fueled prophetic vision they have for themselves?

We’re minus Slim this week, so it’s just Amy and Christian holding it down. We break down our impression of the occupation, then follow up with the Sepulvado interview, as he’s been one of the primary reporters covering the situation since it first unfolded about am month ago.

We also get into why it is that some people can’t wait to get to the end of a story or a football game to find out what happens, while others like to savor the journey and dwell in the unknown more. And what’s really interesting is when someone obsessed with end results and resolution also embraces postmodern theology (yeah, Amy looking’ at you Amy).

Finally, we get into why Amy got busted for using the word “Crazy” on a previous show and why she feels justified in using it. Can some groups lay claim to certain words while others have to avoid them completely? Who gets to decide?

And for you Slim-lovin’ maniacs out there, fear not; he’ll be back faster than you can say “Vanilla ISIS.”

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2016/01/27/httphbculturecast-libsyn-comthe-burns-oregon-occupation-with-public-radios-john-sepulvado/feed/0After the tragic death of one of the occupiers at the nature preserve in Burns, Oregon and the arrest of several others, this interview I did with Oregon Public Broadcasting/National Public Radio’s John Sepulvado is particularly prescient.After the tragic death of one of the occupiers at the nature preserve in Burns, Oregon and the arrest of several others, this interview I did with Oregon Public Broadcasting/National Public Radio’s John Sepulvado is particularly prescient. As he states in this interview, there seemed to be no way the Masher Preserve occupation wouldn’t end...Homebrewed Christianity58:33nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithCyber-Ethics, Star Wars-ing and the Trump Factorhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/23/cyber-ethics-star-wars-ing-and-the-trump-factor/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/23/cyber-ethics-star-wars-ing-and-the-trump-factor/#respondWed, 23 Dec 2015 20:07:49 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=19617I know, I know. Cyber-ethics may not sound that riveting on first blush, but from Wikileaks and Anonymous to your kids on Youtube and every time you swipe a credit card, cyber security is everywhere. And with that incredible power comes both the potential to use and abuse it.

Kinda like chainsaws. Or Bibles. Anyway…

I talk with professional hacker Mike Collins this week about the ethics surrounding cyber security and encryption. Thought we’ve confounded the government’s efforts to peek in on our chats and other end-to-end encrypted data, it’s also equally impenetrable when used by terrorists and cyber-criminals. And it has been, a lot lately. So what to do when something so essential to daily life also is used against us? Mike tells all.

We also wax all things Star Wars (Amy and I have already seen it twice), and Amy even rolls the epic series into her fear of the week. No, she doesn’t think she’s going to be struck down by Kylo Ren’s awesome new light saber, but it’s about equally as likely as that. And fear not, ye unchristened few who have not graced the hallowed halls of your local theater yet; we divulge nary a spoiler for the lot of ya.

And what would a holiday episode be without some Trump to Trim your Tree? We chat up how the Donald is shifting the entire GOP landscape, and why progressives are both thrilled and scared poodles about it. Finally, what does the historic 196-nation climate accord mean for your life? Hell we don’t know, but it won’t stop us from talking about it!

Here’s hoping you enjoy a Christmas, Festivus or Hanukkah filled with peace, love, family and at least one ritual airing of grievances. Now lift that pole way up over your head and give it a toss! Oh, and if you don’t know what the hell I’m talking about, that’s ok. We love you anyway.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/23/cyber-ethics-star-wars-ing-and-the-trump-factor/feed/0I know, I know. Cyber-ethics may not sound that riveting on first blush, but from Wikileaks and Anonymous to your kids on Youtube and every time you swipe a credit card, cyber security is everywhere. And with that incredible power comes both the potent...I know, I know. Cyber-ethics may not sound that riveting on first blush, but from Wikileaks and Anonymous to your kids on Youtube and every time you swipe a credit card, cyber security is everywhere. And with that incredible power comes both the potential to use and abuse it. Kinda like chainsaws. Or Bibles. Anyway…...Homebrewed Christianity59:53nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithNo More Far-Aways and Bellybutton Deathhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/16/no-more-far-aways-and-bellybutton-death/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/16/no-more-far-aways-and-bellybutton-death/#respondWed, 16 Dec 2015 19:08:15 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=19542

Belly button face

This is a different show this week. First of all, apologies for the delay in release, as Amy and I (Christian) had to make an emergency trip to be with Papa Russ while he died. You’ll hear more about it in the show, actually.

It’s a somewhat shorter and differently structured episode this week. For one, we’re missing Slim (he’ll be back next week), and we’re not doing an interview, recommendations and fear of the week. Instead, we wanted to share an essay I wrote about our trip, followed by what I think is a pretty epic sermon Amy delivered on Thanksgiving Sunday.

I hope it offers some thoughtful fodder, and we’d love to hear from you about your experiences or thoughts related to these pieces. Just drop an email or hit the Speakpipe tab on the right edge of any page at HomebrewedChristianity.com. We might even share a few on a future episode.

Peace!
Christian

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/12/16/no-more-far-aways-and-bellybutton-death/feed/0This is a different show this week. First of all, apologies for the delay in release, as Amy and I (Christian) had to make an emergency trip to be with Papa Russ while he died. You’ll hear more about it in the show, actually.This is a different show this week. First of all, apologies for the delay in release, as Amy and I (Christian) had to make an emergency trip to be with Papa Russ while he died. You’ll hear more about it in the show, actually. It’s a somewhat shorter and differently structured episode this week. For...Homebrewed Christianity35:53nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithLeroy Barber on Why Gentrification Sucks (Plus Paris and Pastafarians)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/28/leroy-barber-on-why-gentrification-sucks-plus-paris-and-pastafarians/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/28/leroy-barber-on-why-gentrification-sucks-plus-paris-and-pastafarians/#respondSat, 28 Nov 2015 22:09:24 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=19278Most cities in the U.S. are experiencing a wave of re-urbanization. From high-rise condos to boutique groceries, it’s everywhere. What was old is becoming new. So why is that a bad thing? It ain’t necessarily, author, pastor and activist Leroy Barber explains this week. But the way we do it, he says, needs a major overhaul. We also dive into immigration and how the two actually are related.

We also figured we could be a culture and current events show without addressing the recent events in Paris. Promise we won’t send you to the depressive brink, but it’s a thing and we gotta figure this out if we claim to care about the world we’re leaving our kids.

Oh, and we still open the show with a peppering of “dick” jokes to balance it all out. Whew.

Amy goes Obi-Wan Kenobi on s, breaking down how we become what we hate, and how Fred Phelps (founder of hate church Westboro Baptist) was moved to compassion by (surprise!) a group of gay neighbors.

Oh, and does this woman who fought for the right to wear a pasta strainer on her head in her driver’s license picture have a case? You be the judge. Personally, every time I look at her hair I get the munchies.

And yes, of course we have some fresh, steaming hot recommendations and a newfangled fear of the week. Basically the show is a heaping bucketful of awesome. Grab a knife and fork, cause it’s feedin’ time…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/28/leroy-barber-on-why-gentrification-sucks-plus-paris-and-pastafarians/feed/0Most cities in the U.S. are experiencing a wave of re-urbanization. From high-rise condos to boutique groceries, it’s everywhere. What was old is becoming new. So why is that a bad thing? It ain’t necessarily, author,Most cities in the U.S. are experiencing a wave of re-urbanization. From high-rise condos to boutique groceries, it’s everywhere. What was old is becoming new. So why is that a bad thing? It ain’t necessarily, author, pastor and activist Leroy Barber explains this week. But the way we do it, he says, needs a major...Homebrewed Christianity56:21nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithKill rock Star’s Portia Sabin on How the Music Biz Tickshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/19/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-on-how-the-music-biz-ticks/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/19/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-on-how-the-music-biz-ticks/#respondFri, 20 Nov 2015 05:46:26 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=19238If you listened last week, we talked it up with Hell’s Kitchen’s own Portia Sabin, daughter of an actor and casting director who set out on her own to, oh, I dunno…get a PhD in cultural anthropology from Columbia, start a management company, tour the country with her own band and then take over Kill Rock Stars Records here in Portland.

You know, regular stuff.

This week she fills us in on how the music business works (and doesn’t) these days, why Spotify rules the planet, why girls needed their own rock camp, and why she started her own radio show, The Future of What. I mean, hey, it’s not like she was doing anything eclectic or interesting. yeah?

KRS, her label is it’s affectionately known, was stated nearly a quarter century ago by her husband, Slim Moon (also our cohost), and has helped break bands like sweater-Kinney, The Decemberists, Bikini Kill, The Gossip, Elliott Smith and other amazing talent. They even put out one of Nirvana’s first singles. They’re there shizzle, which is why we gave her two shows to fill our ear-parts with awesomeness.

The Culture Casters talk about the recent LDS rules that likely will lead to the break-up of tons of mormon families with an LGBT family member, and how a couple thousand LDS families from Utah demonstrated publicly against them in protest. The recent ruling by a judge to take away a same-sex couple’s kids was revised within days too, so maybe we’re making some progress?

Yeah, but then there’s HB2, the new bill the Supreme Court has agreed to hear that could, through indirect regulations and red tape, shut down the bulk of abortion clinics left in Texas and elsewhere. Ahh, Democracy!

We also chat up an Atlantic article about why everyone should study theology, even if they don’t believe in God, and then on to the new study that show religion actually makes our kids meaner than secular children. As I recall, the fourth commandment was, “Thou shalt be an asshole in my name,” right? Right?!?!?

We top it all off with a little more girl power, and why evidence shows America needs more female cops, and probably more women pastors, politicians, and fewer male Hooters waiters. Please guys, for the love of all things holy…

We dig up some reading and listening material you prolly haven’t heard of before in recommendations, and Amy drops a fear on us that’s on up there with “pool sharks” for the weirdest, most unlikely fear. And then she has the nerve to scoff at MY FEAR, which actually has happened to me.

No respect, I tell ya.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/19/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-on-how-the-music-biz-ticks/feed/0If you listened last week, we talked it up with Hell’s Kitchen’s own Portia Sabin, daughter of an actor and casting director who set out on her own to, oh, I dunno…get a PhD in cultural anthropology from Columbia, start a management company,If you listened last week, we talked it up with Hell’s Kitchen’s own Portia Sabin, daughter of an actor and casting director who set out on her own to, oh, I dunno…get a PhD in cultural anthropology from Columbia, start a management company, tour the country with her own band and then take over Kill...Homebrewed Christianity55:24nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithKill Rock Stars’ Portia Sabin, Social Capital and Election Day Hapshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/13/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-social-capital-and-election-day-haps/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/13/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-social-capital-and-election-day-haps/#respondFri, 13 Nov 2015 08:14:20 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=19073Christian sat down with Portia Sabin, head of Kill Rock Stars’ Records in their main office to hear her pretty amazing personal story. From growing up in Hell’s Kitchen to touring in her own band, doing post-doc work at Columbia and finally running a label, she has a life as exotic as her name. Plus she’s just a plain ol’ badass, and we like us some badasses on the CultureCast.

This is part one of a two-part talk with Portia, mainly because her personal story was too amazing. Next week we’ll talk more specifics about her radio show called “The Future of What,” a nonprofit she works with called “Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp for Girls,” the future of music and the inside scoop on some of their bands. But this time, learn what happens when you grow up in Manhattan as the daughter of an actor and a casting director. Two words: awesome sauce.

In News of the World, we break down the election day haps, including likely healthcare rollbacks in Kentucky and an equal rights smackdown in Houston. In a word, it wasn’t the best day for us tree-huggin hippies. Then we talk about corporate social capital and how companies build it, spend it and even lose it. From Chipotle’s e coli scare to Amazon’s first-ever physical bookstore, there’s a lot more to badness than dollars and cents, especially in today’s economy of critical thinking consumers.

And if nothing else, you should listen to the intro if you’ve ever wondered what Slim Moon would sound like if he channeled Gollum. Come to think of it, that explains why he’s always trying to steal my rings…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/13/kill-rock-stars-portia-sabin-social-capital-and-election-day-haps/feed/0Christian sat down with Portia Sabin, head of Kill Rock Stars’ Records in their main office to hear her pretty amazing personal story. From growing up in Hell’s Kitchen to touring in her own band, doing post-doc work at Columbia and finally running a l...Christian sat down with Portia Sabin, head of Kill Rock Stars’ Records in their main office to hear her pretty amazing personal story. From growing up in Hell’s Kitchen to touring in her own band, doing post-doc work at Columbia and finally running a label, she has a life as exotic as her name. Plus...Homebrewed Christianity59:47nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTeenage Presidents, Comic Book Geekery and Man-spreadinghttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/03/teenage-presidents-comic-book-geekery-and-man-spreading/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/03/teenage-presidents-comic-book-geekery-and-man-spreading/#respondTue, 03 Nov 2015 19:40:36 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18628We’re stoked to have our first creator and author of a comic book series as our guest this week. Mark Russell has joined us on an earlier show a long time ago to talk about his book, “God Is Disappointed In You,” illustrated by New Yorker cartoonist Shannon Wheeler. But now he’s the mastermind behind DC Comics’ latest offering, “PREZ,” which is about a teenage girl who, after a curious corndog incident (if I had a nickel…), becomes Commender in Chief.

Hey, could be worse, right? Could be Trump…

We revisit legalizing/decriminalizing drugs in News of the World…what was I talking about? Curiously I have the munchies for pizza.

Anyhoo, legalized drugs, right! As the “War on Drugs” continues to crumble, we debunk some of the myths about the risks of legalization. Several countries evidence quite the opposite of what Mrs. Reagan warned us about. And it seems the government is slowly waking up to this reality, mayhaps.

We revisit the annual Pat Robertson Screed against the evils of satanic Halloween, and why powerful women struggle to be seen as feminine in our culture. That, or if they’re feminine, their capacity for power is questioned. Catch 22, anyone? Along those lines, we chat up Prince Harry’s new viral meme phenomenon and the male tendency to engage in “man-spreading.” You do it, even if you don’t know you do. I mean if you’re a dude anyway.

Amy’s fear of the week nearly induces a mouth-puke in Christian, and the CultureCasters cast a critical eye on the new Muppets show, questioning whether it can hold the attention of children AND adults, one or the other, or anyone, for that matter. Hey, a blue car…

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/11/03/teenage-presidents-comic-book-geekery-and-man-spreading/feed/0We’re stoked to have our first creator and author of a comic book series as our guest this week. Mark Russell has joined us on an earlier show a long time ago to talk about his book, “God Is Disappointed In You,We’re stoked to have our first creator and author of a comic book series as our guest this week. Mark Russell has joined us on an earlier show a long time ago to talk about his book, “God Is Disappointed In You,” illustrated by New Yorker cartoonist Shannon Wheeler. But now he’s the mastermind behind...Homebrewed Christianity1:05:28nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithBestseller Emma Donoghue, ROOM the Movie and Hillary’s Backhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/28/bestseller-emma-donoghue-room-the-movie-and-hillarys-back/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/28/bestseller-emma-donoghue-room-the-movie-and-hillarys-back/#respondWed, 28 Oct 2015 20:03:52 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18303I was really excited to get to interview author Emma Donoghue this week, author of the international bestseller and multiple award winning book, ROOM. She also worked with Director Lenny Abrahamsson (Frank, What Richard Did) to write the screenplay and tell such a gripping, moving story in just 90 minutes. The film, which also has won several awards, is receiving lots of Oscar buzz. Variety Magazine suggests that it’s even a strong contender for the Best Film award from the Academy, and after seeing it, I’d wager there will be a pair of acting nominations from it as well.

So I was surprised and honored when I got fifteen minutes with Emma to take a deeper dive into her creative genius. After all, this is the show that (yes, in this same episode) opens with Amy letting fly with some gastric pyrotechnics that almost sent the mixing needles into permanent shock. Yeah, we’re all sophisticated like that.

We also revisit the House speaker drama briefly, now that Paul Ryan has gotten over leaning on his better judgment not to run, before breaking down why Hillary Clinton is, once again, the heir apparent to the White House.

In the Echo Chamber, we spend some time talking about the sic-fi movies that have most helped reveal the mystery of God, and then Amy is overruled by both Slim and me on our favorite music. But she redeems herself with a fear we can all share in and enjoy.

Man, if we keep getting bestsellers and Oscar contenders as guests on the show, we might have to get serious and start putting on pants or something. And wouldn’t that suck…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/28/bestseller-emma-donoghue-room-the-movie-and-hillarys-back/feed/0I was really excited to get to interview author Emma Donoghue this week, author of the international bestseller and multiple award winning book, ROOM. She also worked with Director Lenny Abrahamsson (Frank,I was really excited to get to interview author Emma Donoghue this week, author of the international bestseller and multiple award winning book, ROOM. She also worked with Director Lenny Abrahamsson (Frank, What Richard Did) to write the screenplay and tell such a gripping, moving story in just 90 minutes. The film, which also has...Homebrewed Christianity1:00:16nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithReligious Haters, Stunned Red-Staters and Pop Culture Ratershttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/23/religious-haters-stunned-red-staters-and-pop-culture-raters/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/23/religious-haters-stunned-red-staters-and-pop-culture-raters/#respondFri, 23 Oct 2015 19:24:58 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18241It took a few weeks for her to feel ready, but Amy finally opened up about the group of protesters that showed up outside our church a while back. They brought all the requisite “burn in hell” signs, disrupted worship, and even prayed for God to kill her and to send our kids to hell. And I gotta tell you, Amy’s a better Christian than I by a long shot; you’ve got to hear how she responded and what happened after that. Pretty amazing.

Probably just as well that I was down the street, because once they dragged my family into it, someone would have gone to the hospital and someone else would’ve ended up in jail, I’m afraid. And THAT, friends, is why Amy’s the pastor and I’m a jerk-off podcast host.

In the Echo Chamber, we break down why the Boehner departure as House Speaker and the Tea Party’s subsequent stonewall of every other viable candidate so far may cause the GOP mainline to lean further left. You heard me. Actually you didn’t yet, unless you already listened to the show. Then you definitely heard me.

We analyze why the War on Drugs failed, and how it actually became both a horrendous war on the poor, and gave birth to the good ol’ American prison-industrial complex. Yay, capitalism!

Each of the hosts has some red-hot recommendations this week that span from music to screens, both big and small. And true to her fearful word, Amy drops her latest trepidation on your booty. How is it that I’ve been married to her for more than fifteen years and so many of these still surprise me? Maybe it has to do with me not paying attention…

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/23/religious-haters-stunned-red-staters-and-pop-culture-raters/feed/0It took a few weeks for her to feel ready, but Amy finally opened up about the group of protesters that showed up outside our church a while back. They brought all the requisite “burn in hell” signs, disrupted worship,It took a few weeks for her to feel ready, but Amy finally opened up about the group of protesters that showed up outside our church a while back. They brought all the requisite “burn in hell” signs, disrupted worship, and even prayed for God to kill her and to send our kids to hell....Homebrewed Christianity57:44nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithEric Elnes, Spiritual Wellness and Free Stuff…Hell Yes!!!https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/11/eric-elnes-spiritual-wellness-and-free-stuff-hell-yes/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/11/eric-elnes-spiritual-wellness-and-free-stuff-hell-yes/#respondSun, 11 Oct 2015 07:46:52 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18182We welcomed a good friend and colleague to Portland for a recent live CultureCast. Eric Elnes came to the Lucky Lab for a pint and to talk with us about his new book, “Gifts of the Dark Wood.” It’s a spiritual guidebook for what he calls “Soulful Skeptics.” I’m not sure, but I think it’s named after that little known son of Christopher Hitchens who used to be a dancer on Solid Gold. No? Well, anyhoo…

One of the best things about live shows is that we usually get to have more than one guest. This time, we also had some most excellent music by Katelyn Convery who, if you don’t know her already, you will soon enough. Yes, her voice is amazing, but what I like most is her songwriting. The more you listen, the more layers you discover. It’s kinda like that time I shoved an onion in my ear, except that listening to Katelyn didn’t end with an embarrassing visit to the E.R., trying to explain how I got a vegetable lodged in my brain (explains a lot though, don’t it?).

Finally, comedian Ian Durias explained to us why he’s “not that kind of Asian,” and why we need to start introducing all work emails with “BEHOLD” instead of “FYI.” Seems a little dramatic to me, but if it’s good enough for Jesus, I guess I’ll let it slide.

You’ll also want to listen in to find out what toilet-lurking creatures made Amy’s Fear of the Week segment. Trust me, it ain’t one you’re probably thinkin’ of right now. But just in case you are, what the hell is wrong with you??

And of course, we break down what John Boehner should do in his newly embraced retirement, including cashing in some frequent tanning miles and crying actual rivers. Then there’s some serious, thinky-talky stuff that blah-blah-blah…know what? Just check it out because I think I see something shiny I need to go chase…Connect with Eric Elnes, see some videos and sample content from “Gifts of the Dark Wood” HERE.

We’re adding a new segment to the CultureCast: questions and comments from our listeners! Send us yours through the Homebrewed SpeakPipe. It’s the little tab on the far right of the screen that says “Send Voicemail.” If we use yours on the show, we’ll send you a copy of Eric Elnes’ new book!

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]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/10/11/eric-elnes-spiritual-wellness-and-free-stuff-hell-yes/feed/0We welcomed a good friend and colleague to Portland for a recent live CultureCast. Eric Elnes came to the Lucky Lab for a pint and to talk with us about his new book, “Gifts of the Dark Wood.” It’s a spiritual guidebook for what he calls “Soulful Skept...We welcomed a good friend and colleague to Portland for a recent live CultureCast. Eric Elnes came to the Lucky Lab for a pint and to talk with us about his new book, “Gifts of the Dark Wood.” It’s a spiritual guidebook for what he calls “Soulful Skeptics.” I’m not sure, but I think it’s...Homebrewed Christianity1:14:00nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithChristian Panders, Fundies for Sanders, Bible Slanders (cultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/29/christian-panders-fundies-for-sanders-bible-slanders-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/29/christian-panders-fundies-for-sanders-bible-slanders-culturecast/#respondWed, 30 Sep 2015 06:05:52 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18135

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The CultureCast crew took a few minutes away from enjoying their waning days of Portland sunlight to drop some tracks this week, straight from their mouth-parts to your ear-pieces.

Why did that sound gross?

As if Christian doesn’t get enough time on the show, this week he took over the interview slot as well. Actually, Slim Moon has said for a long time that people don’t really know as much about Amy and Christian as they learn about the people Christian interviews, so he turned the mic around. They talk about how Christian grew up in a conservative Texas baptist culture, got thrown out as a teenager (actually had a Bible thrown at him), and eventually came back not just to attend church, but to help found one, lead worship and spend much of his career writing about faith, religion and theology.

He did mess it all up when Slim asked him about his new book project, “Not THAT Kind of Christian,” since when the interview was recorded, the book was actually called “A**hole Christian Survival Guide.” (Hmmm, wonder why they changed it??). But they left the talk in anyway since the substance is still the same. That, and the casting crew is notoriously lazy and sloppy, so why re-do work you can do almost right the first time?

Grab Tix to the Live CultureCast with Eric Elnes Oct. 1 in Portland HERE

Read about, and support, Christian’s book campaign for “Not THAT Kind of Christian,”HERE

For news topics, we break down why a faculty member at Liberty University wrote an open letter of support for Bernie Sanders (wha?!?), why grade school students get arrested for bringing science projects to school (it’s a clock, folks, not a bomb), and our Top Three lists are “things Donald Trump wishes were in the Bible, but aren’t.” If you’re not sure what we’re talking about, go watch the THREE HOUR GOP debate and you’ll know. That, or just listen to this episode.

And of course, we serve up our regular portions of recommendations and Amy’s fear of the week, so you can sit and worry about unlikely things happening while you check out a new TV show. Lucky you!

Grab Tix to the Live CultureCast with Eric Elnes Oct. 1 in Portland HERE

Read about, and support, Christian’s book campaign for “Not THAT Kind of Christian,”HERE

Listen to the Episode HERE

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/29/christian-panders-fundies-for-sanders-bible-slanders-culturecast/feed/0The CultureCast crew took a few minutes away from enjoying their waning days of Portland sunlight to drop some tracks this week, straight from their mouth-parts to your ear-pieces. Why did that sound gross?The CultureCast crew took a few minutes away from enjoying their waning days of Portland sunlight to drop some tracks this week, straight from their mouth-parts to your ear-pieces. Why did that sound gross? As if Christian doesn’t get enough time on the show, this week he took over the interview slot as well. Actually,...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:16nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithRomal Tune, Kim Davis Swoons and Slim Moonshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/18/romal-tune-kim-davis-swoons-and-slim-moons/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/18/romal-tune-kim-davis-swoons-and-slim-moons/#commentsFri, 18 Sep 2015 16:23:29 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18067To be clear, cohost Slim Moon totally didn’t take his pants off and show his butt on air; it just worked for the title. But since it’s a podcast we could also be lying.

On the anniversary of 9/11 the CultureCastaways reflect on fourteen years since the attack on the Twin Towers and what it’s like raising kids who only know it as an abstract moment in history. And Amy lightens the mood with a rather unexpected interjection that would make Howard Stern proud. We’re professionals!

We welcomed author and youth activist Romal Tune on the show to talk about his very popular book, God’s Graffiti, the adversity in his own life that inspired him to write it and the companion devotional coming soon go go along with it. Romal has seen and lived through plenty of hard times, and yet his story – and those he shares of others – is incredibly inspiring.

And it wouldn’t be a cultureCast without a little Kim Davis these days, right? We introduce a new “Top Three” segment in which we go list-crazy. This week’s Top Three from each cohost was, “Top Three Names for Kim Davis’ Memoir.” Oh, and Amy compares her dramatic, teary release from county jail after six days to that of a James Brown concert…minus the awesome cape. Someone get that woman a cape already!!!

We’ve got an Auber-gross fear of the week involving eyeballs, and some TV and book recommendations to keep you busy during the rainy fall days to come. So pour yourself a warm beverage, cuddle put with your favorite podcast threesome and sink your teeth into this bundle of auditory goodness.

And for God’s sake, floss your teeth this time when you’re done with us. So gross.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/18/romal-tune-kim-davis-swoons-and-slim-moons/feed/1To be clear, cohost Slim Moon totally didn’t take his pants off and show his butt on air; it just worked for the title. But since it’s a podcast we could also be lying. On the anniversary of 9/11 the CultureCastaways reflect on fourteen years since the...To be clear, cohost Slim Moon totally didn’t take his pants off and show his butt on air; it just worked for the title. But since it’s a podcast we could also be lying. On the anniversary of 9/11 the CultureCastaways reflect on fourteen years since the attack on the Twin Towers and what it’s...Homebrewed Christianity58:45nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithOuthouse Terrors, Fear Sharers, Soul Bearers (CultureCast LIVE pt 2 of 2)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/06/outhouse-terrors-fear-sharers-soul-barers-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/06/outhouse-terrors-fear-sharers-soul-barers-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/#respondMon, 07 Sep 2015 04:24:46 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=18017In this second half of our live Homebrewed CultureCast from Marmoset Music in Portland, Oregon, we go from fears to laughs to group karaoke so fast it’ll make your ears spin. I mean, usually we’d say it makes your head spin, but you’re not watching it, just listening. So yaknow, it’s just the ears…

What were we talking about?

Oh yeah, Amy drops a triple crown of weekly fears on us and we force her to rank them so we know what to fear most. Then we bring on Nathan Brannon, our first (and funniest!) stand-up comedian on the CultureCast. He covers everything from dropping his newborn son in a backwoods outhouse (hypothetically) to being dressed up as his mother for Halloween. Talk about scarred for life!

We also delve into Random Answers to Big Questions, in which we ask folks to ask us their deepest longings and curiosities, and we respond with thoughtlessly and randomly assembled responses written down before we even went on air. Because we’re sensitive like that.

And we wrap up this little bundle of auditory joy with a group singalong of Madonna’s ‘Like a Prayer,” led by our very own Del Phoena. And believe it or not, she even works in a baby-outhouse reference! You have to listen all the way to the end to catch it (the reference, not the baby) but it’s there.

This episode was brought straight to your brain via those lovely ears of yours by:

Thanks also to Men of the Beard for some awesome male grooming swag. Get your own at MenOfTheBeard.com, and enter the code “CultureCast20” for 20% off any order. Good stuff, as my wife and daughter can attest. no, they don’t use it, but they like it on me. Don’t be weird, dude.

Be sure to check out Christian’s new project, “A**hole Christian Survival Guide,” and if you support the campaign at $20 or more, you’ll get all the promised swag on the page, plus he’ll email you an e-book copy of his first novel, “Blood Doctrine,” now in development by a production company for Television. So that’s pretty cool. Oh, and then be sure to shame your friends mercilessly until they support it as well. It’s what baby Jesus would want.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/09/06/outhouse-terrors-fear-sharers-soul-barers-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/feed/0In this second half of our live Homebrewed CultureCast from Marmoset Music in Portland, Oregon, we go from fears to laughs to group karaoke so fast it’ll make your ears spin. I mean, usually we’d say it makes your head spin,In this second half of our live Homebrewed CultureCast from Marmoset Music in Portland, Oregon, we go from fears to laughs to group karaoke so fast it’ll make your ears spin. I mean, usually we’d say it makes your head spin, but you’re not watching it, just listening. So yaknow, it’s just the ears… What...Homebrewed Christianity38:40nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWm. Paul Young, Del Phoena & Group Mad Libs (CultureCast LIVE, pt 1 of 2)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/28/wm-paul-young-del-phoena-group-mad-libs-culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/28/wm-paul-young-del-phoena-group-mad-libs-culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2/#respondFri, 28 Aug 2015 18:30:12 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17983With live shows all along the east coast this summer, it was nice to head back to the left coast to wrap up our live summer series. And hey, while we’re at it, why not have on one of the bestselling authors of all time, Wm. Paul Young (THE SHACK) as our featured guest?

Paul came to town for this live buffet of Culture-Castiness just weeks before his new novel, EVE, drops everywhere and he hits the road for a global tour. He talks about the new book, which dives into a feminist perspective on Genesis in novel form, along with the scoop on the forthcoming movie version of THE SHACK that has been rumored for years, but is finally happening.

In our News of the World opener, we break down the GOP horserace and tell you what’s REALLY going to happen, down to our projections for what percentage of the republican electorate Trump will still have when he finally flames out. As for what he actually has to say or do to lose said electorate is still a mystery that we on the sidelines are both mystified and slightly horrified to find out.

We also unveil a new game called crowdsourced mad libs, which may or may not be a train wreck; you be the judge. But that’s ok, because one of my favorite local bands, DEL PHOENA, wraps up the first half of this live show with a killer original tune that makes everything better.

Hell, you might even forget that Donald Trump could be the ruler of the free world, given a collective national lobotomy or two.

Stay tuned for the second half of this show, which will come straight to your face and do a little jig all too soon. In it we’ll have more DEL PHOENA deliciosity, along with random answers to big questions and NATHAN BRANNON, our first-ever (but definitely not our last) standup comedian on the CultureCast. This dude is six kinds of funny, so make sure to check him out.

show! You can check them out and all of the FREE grant and program resources they have at www.CTS.edu, and click on the Center for Pastoral Excellence.

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If you have thirty seconds, please click here and pop a little five-star rating for our show on iTunes. It’s a big help for us and will only cause you to miss to or three friend updates on your Facebook timeline. But don’t worry; chances are they’re pictures of food or babies…or cats, and who really likes cats???

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/28/wm-paul-young-del-phoena-group-mad-libs-culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2/feed/0With live shows all along the east coast this summer, it was nice to head back to the left coast to wrap up our live summer series. And hey, while we’re at it, why not have on one of the bestselling authors of all time, Wm.With live shows all along the east coast this summer, it was nice to head back to the left coast to wrap up our live summer series. And hey, while we’re at it, why not have on one of the bestselling authors of all time, Wm. Paul Young (THE SHACK) as our featured guest? Paul...Homebrewed Christianity52:42nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSex, Satire and Subversion (Homebrewed CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/25/sex-satire-and-subversion-homebrewed-culturecast/
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We’ll take you to the mountains and valleys in this episode, friends. For starters, we have one of our co-producers, Adam Phillips, sitting in for Slim Moon this week. And his response when he heard the topics o’ the week: “I’m gonna need some Baileys in my coffee for this one.” So you’ve been aptly warned.

Our interview is with satirist/performance artist William Perkins, know more notoriously in the Portland, Oregon area are Rev. Jake Zimmermann, a rather unhinged fundamentalist pastor who lives with his momma and trades folks salvation for a Klondike Bar. He’s

One of Jake’s many “Save Portland from Hell” campaigns. Good luck with that one in Portland, buddy.

something else. Learn how he took on the Portland Naked Bike Ride, re-imagined the “See You At the Pole” service form scripture, and what he did when confronted by a pastor from the church of his childhood, during a Sunday worship service, no less! You can also connect with Jake Zimmermann at his evangelism website, www.SavePortlandFromHell.com.

You can also check out his evangelism strategy video HERE, where he trades folks on the street a Klondike Bar for accepting eternal salvation “Really Quick.”

In News of the World and our Echo Chamber, we talk all things sex: the good, bad and ugly. First, we break down the theological and scriptural justifications some ISIS adherents are using to make rape of women and girls an act of faith. Then we move on to gems like the Josh Duggar/Ashley Madison leak (poor choice of words?), and “Subway Jared” Fogle’s self-destruction for some pretty gnarly back-room stuff himself.

Oh, and we also take on Sprout Pharmaceuticals, the makers of the first so-called “female Viagra” pill, and their campaign against the FDA to push their drugs to market. Suffice it to say that Amy Piatt has a few loaded in the chamber for this segment.

We also have a little friction over one of our musical recommendations, and some other lesser-known tidbits for your ear-holes and eye-parts. And yes, no CultureCast would be complete without the trusty Fear of the Week. And if you though the “Pool sharks” fear was funny, this one is a leap or two past that one in funny (We’ve told amy not to drink bugs!).

Want to make sense of all this madness? Listen and learn…

(Please take 10 seconds to give us some props by giving the CultureCast a five-star rating on iTunes as well. It’s quick, free and helps us a bunch.)

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/25/sex-satire-and-subversion-homebrewed-culturecast/feed/0Screw rhyming titles this week; we’re going full-on alliteration! That’s how nerdy we are (mic drop…picks up mic to keep talking in type form, awkwardly apologizing for feedback from prior mic drop). Anyhoo… We’ll take you to the mountains and valleys ...Screw rhyming titles this week; we’re going full-on alliteration! That’s how nerdy we are (mic drop…picks up mic to keep talking in type form, awkwardly apologizing for feedback from prior mic drop). Anyhoo… We’ll take you to the mountains and valleys in this episode, friends. For starters, we have one of our co-producers, Adam Phillips,...Homebrewed Christianity1:12:43nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe Iran Nuclear Debate (Homebrewed CultureCast Special Episode)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/20/the-iran-nuclear-debate-homebrewed-culturecast-special-episode/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/20/the-iran-nuclear-debate-homebrewed-culturecast-special-episode/#commentsFri, 21 Aug 2015 04:55:33 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17934Usually we’re content to talk pop culture, a little news and some theology sprinkled with anatomical humor and the like, but this one goes out to all the geeks in the podcast tribe who like digging down into sticky topics and really think them out.

This special episode is entirely dedicated to a debate facilitated by Christian Piatt about the nuclear deal being negotiated with Iran. Christian welcomes Jeremy Courtney, head of the Preemptive Love Coalition, and Mark Tooley, Director of the Institute on Religion and Democracy. Tooley and Courtney take a conservative and progressive position, respectively, on this very complex and important deal – one that Courtney argues in the discussion could be the most important policy decision made in his lifetime – and help us understand the strengths, weaknesses and future of this agreement.

Some of the audio is a little jittery since Mark Tooley is located across the country and Jeremy Courtney actually moved to Iraq to work full time in the Middle East. These guys are contributors to everything from CNN to TIME Magazine, the New York Times and BBC, among many others; fuss it to say they know their stuff. So hang with the technical hiccups here and there and check out our first-ever CultureCast throw-down.

Oh, and make sure to let us know what you think! Want to hear more discussions like this? Want us to stick to being the Gospel and fart jokes? Your opinions matter. Well, most of them. That one guy, I’m not so sure…

If you subscribe to the show on iTunes, take a minute to pop over there and add a five-star rating for us. We’ll love you forever…promise.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/20/the-iran-nuclear-debate-homebrewed-culturecast-special-episode/feed/1Usually we’re content to talk pop culture, a little news and some theology sprinkled with anatomical humor and the like, but this one goes out to all the geeks in the podcast tribe who like digging down into sticky topics and really think them out.Usually we’re content to talk pop culture, a little news and some theology sprinkled with anatomical humor and the like, but this one goes out to all the geeks in the podcast tribe who like digging down into sticky topics and really think them out. This special episode is entirely dedicated to a debate facilitated...Homebrewed Christianity46:46nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithThe DOC gets Scattered, Smothered & Covered LIVEhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/11/the-doc-gets-scattered-smothered-covered-live/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/11/the-doc-gets-scattered-smothered-covered-live/#commentsTue, 11 Aug 2015 08:00:40 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17853

This is second sold out live show from the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in Columbus Ohio. It was a spectacular evening and some it was recorded. What wasn’t recorded was taking our guest Andy on his first trip to Waffle House.

In this episode you will get…

* Adam Phillips & Andy Goebelshall be in the house talking about their church plants getting kicked out of one denomination and welcomed into another for being welcoming.

* Phil Snider, GLAD award recipient and postmodern pulpit practitioner, joins us for some sermonic convo and a Preach Off vs Tripp.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/11/the-doc-gets-scattered-smothered-covered-live/feed/1 This is second sold out live show from the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in Columbus Ohio. It was a spectacular evening and some it was recorded. What wasn’t recorded was taking our guest Andy on his first trip to Waffle House. This is second sold out live show from the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in Columbus Ohio. It was a spectacular evening and some it was recorded. What wasn’t recorded was taking our guest Andy on his first trip to Waffle House. In this episode you will get… * Adam Phillips & Andy Goebel shall be in the...Homebrewed Christianity1:33:52nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithA Live Podcast Explosion from Columbus Ohiohttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/01/a-live-podcast-explosion-from-columbus-ohio/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/01/a-live-podcast-explosion-from-columbus-ohio/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 17:57:17 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17815Come see Wm. Paul Young LIVE as part of the upcoming Homebrewed CultureCast show at Marmoset Music in Portland, OR August 13th. Get your tickets HERE while they’re still available.

Prepare yourself for an audiological explosion of monumental proportions. This is the first night of HBC\CultureCast excitement at the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in Columbus Ohio. In the podcast Christian, Amy and I are joined by the one and only Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins, Sarah Lund, Rick Lowery and music by Populis.

Seminary. Josh Linton was in the house for Phillips and got everyone their first two drinks. Can you imagine a cooler place to go to school? Make sure you check them out and holla at Josh with any questions.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/08/01/a-live-podcast-explosion-from-columbus-ohio/feed/1Come see Wm. Paul Young LIVE as part of the upcoming Homebrewed CultureCast show at Marmoset Music in Portland, OR August 13th. Get your tickets HERE while they’re still available. Prepare yourself for an audiological explosion of monumental proportion...Come see Wm. Paul Young LIVE as part of the upcoming Homebrewed CultureCast show at Marmoset Music in Portland, OR August 13th. Get your tickets HERE while they’re still available. Prepare yourself for an audiological explosion of monumental proportions. This is the first night of HBC\CultureCast excitement at the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in...Homebrewed Christianity1:00:57nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWild Goose Squawks, Gungor Rocks, Bald Brothers Talk (CultureCast LIVE)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/24/wild-goose-squawks-gungor-rocks-bald-brothers-talk-culturecast-live/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/24/wild-goose-squawks-gungor-rocks-bald-brothers-talk-culturecast-live/#respondFri, 24 Jul 2015 18:32:00 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17761Live shows are always a blast, but the LIVE CultureCast at Wild Goose festival was a new kinda awesome.

First, we chatted with Lisa Gungor about everything from their new three-album project to being judged by fundie fans and the challenge that was 2014 (hint: album one in the three-album set, “This Wild Life,” was inspired by that rather hellacious year). Then her husband, Michael Gungor, jumped on stage with his guitar and they shared two pretty incredible songs from the yet-to-be released album.

And yes, you can hear them here. You’re welcome.

Next, we welcomed Romal Tune, Tony Kriz and Leroy Barber, the other three of the “Four Bald Brothers” along with Christian, to talk about their new folically challenged project. But in no time, we wrangled them all into a game show fellow cohosts Josh Linton and Micky Scottbey Jones called “The Newlywed Game: Just Friends Edition.” Needless to say the brothers were all love and unity until there were points on the line. Then it was on!!!

And since Amy was back in New Mexico enjoying vacation, Christian and company hijacked “fear of the week.” Suffice it to say that these fears, though maybe moderately creepy, demonstrate why Amy’s the queen of all fears.

Thanks to the more than 130 friends who joined us for laughter, music and a cold one under the Justice Tent at this year’s Goose. If you were here right now, we’d give every last one of you a big smooch (well, except for the guy who ‘woohoo’d’ for every single thing on the show. We think maybe he had one too many and we don’t kiss people with stinky beer breath.

And of course, thanks to Phillips Theological Seminary for their ongoing and generous support of the show. In all seriousness, we couldn’t have done this gig without them. So if you’re considering your nudge to do something related to social justice, faith and feminism or straight up congregational ministry. Phillips is a must to check out.

Next up: Columbus Ohio with a two-fer set of back-to-back shows July 20-21. If you’ll be in the area, and especially if you’ll be a part of the Disciples’ General Assembly, come join us for the second night, which hasn’t yet sold out. Guests include Phil Snider, Adam Phillips, Andy Goebel, Andra Moran and Trey Pearson. And we’re super stoked to be doing these as joint shows with the Homebrewed Zen Master, Tripp Fuller. It was awesome.

Gonna be some kinda fun, kids.

After that, kick back with us in Portland, Oregon for another live show at Marmoset Music, one of our favorite venues in town. Our guests will include Wm. Paul Young and local musical favs Del Phoena. And for the first time ever, we’ll have a comedian doing a bit of stand-up for us too. Can’t wait to hear what kind of good grins Nathan Brannon has to drop on us. Oh, and as always, beer.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/24/wild-goose-squawks-gungor-rocks-bald-brothers-talk-culturecast-live/feed/0Live shows are always a blast, but the LIVE CultureCast at Wild Goose festival was a new kinda awesome. First, we chatted with Lisa Gungor about everything from their new three-album project to being judged by fundie fans and the challenge that was 201...Live shows are always a blast, but the LIVE CultureCast at Wild Goose festival was a new kinda awesome. First, we chatted with Lisa Gungor about everything from their new three-album project to being judged by fundie fans and the challenge that was 2014 (hint: album one in the three-album set, “This Wild Life,” was...Homebrewed Christianity55:54nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithRacist Flags, Greece Sags, Jurassic Drags (CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/13/racist-flags-greece-sags-jurassic-drags-culturecast/
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Bree Newsome of Charlotte, N.C., removes the Confederate battle flag at a Confederate monument at the Statehouse in Columbia, S.C., on Saturday, June, 27, 2015. She was taken into custody when she came down. The flag was raised again by capitol workers about 45 minutes later. (AP Photo/Bruce Smith)

Hey, wait a minute. This podcast has always been a low-rent, seat-of-the-pants kinda thing. And now it’s getting all fancy and crap. Guess all the monumental fame and fortune of podcasting (ahem) is going to their heads.

Actually, it’s just what happens when you bring on someone like John, a former podcast producer for CNN and current radio producer, comes in and shows the CultureCast crew how’s it’s done. So for all of you who like your audio content mediocre, our apologies for stepping up our game.

This week we also introduced News of the World, our headline-grabber topic that now jumps to the front of the show. This week it’s SCOTUS and all the earthshaking decisions that wen’t down this session. We break down how both the left and right fared.

We also welcome Micky ScottBey Jones, who breaks down all things race and culture, from the confederate flag to how her relationship to Strom Thurmond affects her own story and identity as an African-American woman.

We talk dollars and cents, musing about what the failings of the economies of both Greece and Puerto Rico mean for the EU and the rest of the world. Then we chime in one whether we think Obama’s homily/speech/song in Charleston, NC was a hit or a strikeout.

And of course, what’s a CultureCast without pop culture recommendations and a fear of the week? I suppose it would be nothing more than thoughtful, substantive content. And who wants that? Am I right???

The lineup for the July 21st live show in Columbus, Ohio is set. Enjoy music from Trey Pearson and Andra Moran, plus featured guests Phil Snider (postmodern theology nerd) and Adam Phillips & Andy Goebel, who have been in the national news for challenging their former Evangelical Covenant Church denomination of LGBTQ inclusion (thus: FORMER denomination). Tickets include two adults drinks and a pint glass to keep. Grab tickets here: www.tinyurl.com/HomebrewedatGA

Then on August 13th in Portland, Oregon, We are excited to welcome Wm Paul Young, author of “The Shack” as our special guest for another live CultureCast. He will share with us about his newest novel “Eve,” and how he keeps his feet on the ground after selling 20 million books. We’ll also welcome Portland’s ow Del Phoena, who will lay some awesome tunes on us and talk about their most recent album project. Not to be missed, I’m tellin’ ya! Those tickets can be found by CLICKING HERE.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/13/racist-flags-greece-sags-jurassic-drags-culturecast/feed/2Hey, wait a minute. This podcast has always been a low-rent, seat-of-the-pants kinda thing. And now it’s getting all fancy and crap. Guess all the monumental fame and fortune of podcasting (ahem) is going to their heads. Actually,Hey, wait a minute. This podcast has always been a low-rent, seat-of-the-pants kinda thing. And now it’s getting all fancy and crap. Guess all the monumental fame and fortune of podcasting (ahem) is going to their heads. Actually, it’s just what happens when you bring on someone like John, a former podcast producer for CNN...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:00nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithHacker’s Survival Guide, Charleston’s Hopeful Side, Obama’s Speech Divides (CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/04/hackers-survival-guide-charlestons-hopeful-side-obamas-speech-divides-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/04/hackers-survival-guide-charlestons-hopeful-side-obamas-speech-divides-culturecast/#respondSat, 04 Jul 2015 14:31:26 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17734CultureCast cohost Christian Piatt is a geek when it comes to tech stuff. From gadgets to all things virtual, he’ll talk himself some ones and zeroes until the Minecraft cows come home. This week, our guest is professional hacker Mike Collins, who explains everything from Cyberterrorism to Silk Road, the Dark Web and why your car/phone/blender(?) are your worst enemies. It’s all we could do to get Christian to stop asking questions, but if you’re a fellow tech-head, you’ll be amazed by what you don’t know about the devices and culture all around you.

The CultureCast crew also tackle the recent shootings at Emanuel Church in Charleston, the amazing Grace the victims have shown the shooter, and the Amazing Grace President Obama sang as part of his address to the walking wounded in one of the hardest-hit epicenters of recent outbursts of such violent racism.

But fear not, my fellow casters. The intrepid trio faithfully reverts to trivial nonsense and yummy pop culture tidbits. So whip out that napkin, tuck it in your shirt and dive into this most recent serving of Homebrewed CultureCast deliciousness.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/07/04/hackers-survival-guide-charlestons-hopeful-side-obamas-speech-divides-culturecast/feed/0CultureCast cohost Christian Piatt is a geek when it comes to tech stuff. From gadgets to all things virtual, he’ll talk himself some ones and zeroes until the Minecraft cows come home. This week, our guest is professional hacker Mike Collins,CultureCast cohost Christian Piatt is a geek when it comes to tech stuff. From gadgets to all things virtual, he’ll talk himself some ones and zeroes until the Minecraft cows come home. This week, our guest is professional hacker Mike Collins, who explains everything from Cyberterrorism to Silk Road, the Dark Web and why your...Homebrewed Christianity1:16:16nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithTony Jones, Republican Drones and Santorum Versus Rome (Homebrewed CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/06/22/tony-jones-republican-drones-and-santorum-versus-rome-homebrewed-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/06/22/tony-jones-republican-drones-and-santorum-versus-rome-homebrewed-culturecast/#respondTue, 23 Jun 2015 05:41:24 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17701Could it be? Are the CultureCasters back on the horse after a two-part live extravaganza, more more miles than a presidential primary candidate and more excuses than, um, well…a presidential primary candidate?

Yessir/ma’am. We’re back and on track, for tha reelz.

For the first episode after the live gig, we’ve got Tony Jones talking about his newest book, “Did God Kill Jesus?” We dig down into why Tony deconstructs the theology of penal substitutionary atonement (tee, hee, penal), but still hangs onto belief in the bodily resurrection, among other theo-nerd goodness. We also touch for a few on the cyber-drama around tony and the release of this book. Worth a listen for that alone, in our opinion.

We touch on the clown-car insanity that is the growing GOP primary field, plus we score the recent Santorum-versus-Pope-Francis throwdown intellectual cage match over climate change (hint: it wasn’t close) and how a doctor helped a blind woman see her unborn baby.

How? Because science!

In our recommendations, we celebrate all things “trans” on the small screen these days, plus Slim digs into the archives for a new/old series favorite about fantastical assassins. All I’ll say is grab your garlic…

Hang tight, because we have another episode comin’ up right quick, along with a live show at Wild Goose in North Carolina with guests co-hosts Micky jones and Josh Linton joining Christian as they chat it up with guests Romal Tune, Leroy Barber and Tony Kriz. Oh and if you’ve heard of a couple of bands called Gungor or The Liturgists, you might want to grab a good seat and have your listening ears on, as we’ll enjoy the music of Lisa Gungor!

We’ve also got another live offering in Columbus coming July 20th, but this one’s super-groovy. We’ll be doing a joint Homebrewed/CultureCast show with Amy and Christian Piatt, plus Homebrewed guru Tripp Fuller. Guests include Sharon Watkins, Rick Lowery and the band Populis. We’d tell you more, but the show’s already sold out. D’oh!

How, oh how, do they smush so much goodness into one show? No clue here on our end. We just throw stuff on the wall and pray it sticks. Yay, stick!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/06/22/tony-jones-republican-drones-and-santorum-versus-rome-homebrewed-culturecast/feed/0Could it be? Are the CultureCasters back on the horse after a two-part live extravaganza, more more miles than a presidential primary candidate and more excuses than, um, well…a presidential primary candidate? Yessir/ma’am. We’re back and on track,Could it be? Are the CultureCasters back on the horse after a two-part live extravaganza, more more miles than a presidential primary candidate and more excuses than, um, well…a presidential primary candidate? Yessir/ma’am. We’re back and on track, for tha reelz. For the first episode after the live gig, we’ve got Tony Jones talking about...Homebrewed Christianity1:15:38nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSomething to Like, Believe…and FEAR (CultureCast LIVE Pt. 2 of 2)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/05/08/something-to-like-believe-and-fear-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/05/08/something-to-like-believe-and-fear-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/#respondSat, 09 May 2015 04:18:09 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17447Be afraid…be very afraid…

No, wait. Don’t do that. That’s Amy Piatt’s job. How about just checking out part two of the awesome LIVE Homebrewed CultureCast instead?

We dispensed with all the serious stuff in the first half (if you didn’t check that out yet, CLICK HERE), so now it’s time for a new segment, called Stranger Than Fiction. In it, we read five religiously-themed news stories and see if our esteemed guests, Steve Chalke and Doug Pagitt, can tell the real deal from a pile of crap we made up our very own selves.

See if you can do better than they did…which won’t be too hard, trust me.

Then we drop some hot, fresh recommendations on you, from the movie PRIDE to summer tunes to fill your ear-parts and tickle your brain-pieces. And I’ll give you a hint; if you listen to this episode, you’ll hear some of the recommended music live. Well, it was live when we recorded it, anyway. What do you want from me???

Finally, we dig down to the bowels (eww) of fear with Amy Piatt, who never ceases to churn out new tidbits to add that necessary twinge of horror to your day. Yaknow, just to keep it interesting and stuff. But it turns out Christian shares this week’s fear as well.

Wait…Christian has feelings?

And though the crowd is a little more chatty and raucous during this half (there were adult beverages involved, after all) there’s tons of good live music once again from Portland’s own Horse Feathers and Minneapolis’ resident artist, Heatherlyn.

We’ll get back to the studio soon enough (and by studio, we mean sitting around the laptop in Christian’s office), but honestly, it’s a lot more fun to talk smack and drink beer with 100 or so of our closest friends…or at least 100 people who heard about the awesome CultureCast pint glasses and came a-runnin’. Either way, we’ll take it.

Want to get one (or twenty) of these groovy CultureCast pint glasses in your own hot little hands? Email Christian at cpiatt (at) christianpiatt (dot) com. He’ll do you right.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/05/08/something-to-like-believe-and-fear-culturecast-live-pt-2-of-2/feed/0Be afraid…be very afraid… No, wait. Don’t do that. That’s Amy Piatt’s job. How about just checking out part two of the awesome LIVE Homebrewed CultureCast instead? We dispensed with all the serious stuff in the first half (if you didn’t check that out ...Be afraid…be very afraid… No, wait. Don’t do that. That’s Amy Piatt’s job. How about just checking out part two of the awesome LIVE Homebrewed CultureCast instead? We dispensed with all the serious stuff in the first half (if you didn’t check that out yet, CLICK HERE), so now it’s time for a new segment,...Homebrewed Christianity53:27nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithCultureCast LIVE (pt. 1 of 2): Chalke, Pagitt, Horse Feathers, Heatherlyn…and Beerhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/30/culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2-chalke-pagitt-horse-feathers-heatherlyn-and-beer/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/30/culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2-chalke-pagitt-horse-feathers-heatherlyn-and-beer/#respondFri, 01 May 2015 03:22:04 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17294

Are you sitting down? Good, cause this show is pretty sure to rock your shorts clean off.

And if you’re at a coffeeshop, goofing off at work or the like that could be a little awkward.

But Christian, you ask, pray tell why this show would rock me out of my clothes more so than the average Homebrewed CultureCast? BECAUSE IT’S 110% LIVE BABY.

That’s right. We brought Oasis Church’s Steve Chalke in from the UK, Solomon’s Porch’s founding pastor Doug Pagitt from Minneapolis along with his partner-in-crime singer/songwriter Heatherlyn, and a bit of homegrown Portland fabulosity by sprinkling the inimitable Justin Ringle and Nathan Crockett of the band Horse Feathers on top of this sundae of theo-cultural deliciosity.

We descended on Portland’s own Marmoset Music like a podcast-borne siege of near-Biblical proportions hammering the earholes and mind-parts of those in attendance with some CultureCast goodness, all happening right before their very eyes.

Okay, so maybe that’s a little bit of hyperbole, but it was pretty awesome. Don’t believe it? Check for yourself.

Can’t get enough? Have to listen on to hear who wins, who claims the proverbial conch and rises high above the culture-carnage to reign supreme atop the mountain of virtual corpses left in his or her wake?

Heatherlyn

Well then you’re just gross. Have you no sense of decency? GAWD.

If, on the other hand, you just want to dig a little deeper into the live CultureCast haps, stay tuned for the second half of the show, coming soon to a blog post, RSS feed, Stitcher channel or iTunes subscription near you.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/30/culturecast-live-pt-1-of-2-chalke-pagitt-horse-feathers-heatherlyn-and-beer/feed/0Are you sitting down? Good, cause this show is pretty sure to rock your shorts clean off. And if you’re at a coffeeshop, goofing off at work or the like that could be a little awkward. But Christian, you ask,Are you sitting down? Good, cause this show is pretty sure to rock your shorts clean off. And if you’re at a coffeeshop, goofing off at work or the like that could be a little awkward. But Christian, you ask, pray tell why this show would rock me out of my clothes more so than...Homebrewed Christianity55:42nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithWorship How-Tos, Franklin Graham Blues and New Tattoos (CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/21/worship-how-tos-franklin-graham-blues-and-new-tattoos-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/21/worship-how-tos-franklin-graham-blues-and-new-tattoos-culturecast/#respondWed, 22 Apr 2015 00:29:14 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=17087I tell ya, one week without our cohost Slim Moon around and it all turns to chaos.

Well, not really, but we missed him this week. Sitting in for him is our buddy, Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of the much-publicized Christ Church Portland, who got kicked out of the Evangelical Covenant Church denomination for being too inclusive. You heard me right; there go those crazy Christians, welcoming everyone into the community again.

So what to do once you’re all together, you ask? Dig Suzanne Castle’s worship expertise (as explicated in super practical ways in her worship book, BRIM, co-authored by worship leader Goddess Andra Moran) as she helps us figure out what it means to immerse people in a worshipful theopoetic. No, you don’t have to recite poetry like in sixth grade when they forced you to regurgitate the entire Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner, while your prep school buddies snickered. Oh, just me? Anyhoo…

We also delve into other critical issues, like why the Piatt house has become a flophouse for wayward ducks, why “House of Cards” Frank Underwood is a badass, and why (sadly) Franklin Graham is not. Good news is that Lisa Sharon Harper, who takes him to town, is 100% badass material. So it all kinda balances out.

And yes, of course we have your much beloved recommendations and a hearty does of the Fear of the Week. Fear not!!! Yaknow, because we’ll do all the worrying for you. You’re welcome.

Speaking of fear, Christian put on his big boy pants and finally got the tattoo of his dreams, up and down his forearm. Haven’t seen it yet? Don’t worry, ’cause he’ll show you on the podcast.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/21/worship-how-tos-franklin-graham-blues-and-new-tattoos-culturecast/feed/0I tell ya, one week without our cohost Slim Moon around and it all turns to chaos. Well, not really, but we missed him this week. Sitting in for him is our buddy, Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of the much-publicized Christ Church Portland,I tell ya, one week without our cohost Slim Moon around and it all turns to chaos. Well, not really, but we missed him this week. Sitting in for him is our buddy, Rev. Adam Phillips, pastor of the much-publicized Christ Church Portland, who got kicked out of the Evangelical Covenant Church denomination for being too...Homebrewed Christianity1:10:06nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faith“The Shack’s” Wm. Paul Young: Where’s God When…https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/11/the-shacks-wm-paul-young-wheres-god-when/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/11/the-shacks-wm-paul-young-wheres-god-when/#respondSun, 12 Apr 2015 05:58:41 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16928It’s official; the Piatt household has been declared a biohazard zone. With three of the four of the Piatt clan beaten down by a spring sickness, cohost Slim Moon wisely opted to keep his distance. But dammit, we have an interview just too good to wait, so Amy and Christian muscled through, tissue and drugs in hand (All over the counter, mind you).

Apologies for the atypical structure and abbreviated nature of this one, but if you can’t handle the Piatts hacking and wheezing their way through the first bit, jump ahead to the good stuff.

What good stuff might that be, you ask? Good question.

We’re pleased and honored to welcome Wm. Paul Young, author of the international mega-bestseller THE SHACK back to the CultureCast, along with first-timer Reba Riley, author of “Post Traumatic Church Syndrome, hitting shelves this August, thanks to Simon & Schuster. Reba, Paul and Christian have a three-way chat session about the upcoming Pacific Northwest tour they’re all doing together called “Where’s God When…”

When? When What??? Well you’ll just have to listen, now won’t you? That or click the link above, if’n yer in the cheatin’ kinda mood.

And rest assured that as soon as the local Hazmat team deems the Piatts are allowed back out in public, Slim will rejoin them for your tried-and-true Homebrewed CultureCast shenanigans.

Oh, and if you’ll be in the Portland, OR area on April 28, be sure to CLICK HERE and get one of a handful of remaining tickets to the first-ever LIVE CultureCast. Guests are many, and they include Steve Chalke, Doug Pagitt, Dieter Zander, singer/songwriter Heatherlyn and Portland’s own Justin Ringle and friend from the band, Horse Feathers. Tickets get you in to mingle with these hooligans, while also gracing your empty hands with a Homebrewed CultureCast pint glass and two big-kid beverages of your choosing.

Why so much love for so little? Well, we blush when we admit it, but we kinda like you.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/04/11/the-shacks-wm-paul-young-wheres-god-when/feed/0It’s official; the Piatt household has been declared a biohazard zone. With three of the four of the Piatt clan beaten down by a spring sickness, cohost Slim Moon wisely opted to keep his distance. But dammit,It’s official; the Piatt household has been declared a biohazard zone. With three of the four of the Piatt clan beaten down by a spring sickness, cohost Slim Moon wisely opted to keep his distance. But dammit, we have an interview just too good to wait, so Amy and Christian muscled through, tissue and drugs...Homebrewed Christianity42:03nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithInterviewing Haaz Sleiman: Muslim Star of “Killing Jesus”https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/27/interviewing-haaz-sleiman-muslim-star-of-killing-jesus/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/27/interviewing-haaz-sleiman-muslim-star-of-killing-jesus/#respondFri, 27 Mar 2015 23:32:37 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16747 Lots of people know about the new movie, “Killing Jesus,” premiering on Nat Geo Channel on Palm Sunday.

Most everyone who has heard about it has strong feelings about it, given that it’s based – at least sort of – on the book of the same name by Bill O’Reilly.

Some folks are abuzz about the fact that Haaz Sleiman, the star of the movie portraying Jesu, is a Muslim.

Few know that Sleiman grew up in the midst of turmoil in Lebanon, where his brother and mother nearly died in the midst of the fighting. Or how much living in a country surrounded by Syria on two sides and Israel on another informed his understanding of politics, religions and cultural identity. Or how living in a territory occupied, at different times in history, by the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and colonized by the French informed his thinking about what it means to live in occupied land, and what it’s like to flee from occupation and violence for a promise of something new.

That’s the stuff we wanted to know.

Listen in on this Homebrewed CultureCast mini-sode with Actor/Director Haaz Sleiman, who has appeared in projects as diverse as “Nurse Jackie,” “Ricochet” and “24,” as he shares his less-than-heroic story about being shot, how most Muslims actually look at the figure of Jesus, and how he ended up from surviving the Lebanese fight for independence to his current reality as a rising star on the Hollywood scene.

Check it. Love it. Share it.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/27/interviewing-haaz-sleiman-muslim-star-of-killing-jesus/feed/0Lots of people know about the new movie, “Killing Jesus,” premiering on Nat Geo Channel on Palm Sunday. Most everyone who has heard about it has strong feelings about it, given that it’s based – at least sort of – on the book of the same name by Bill O...Lots of people know about the new movie, “Killing Jesus,” premiering on Nat Geo Channel on Palm Sunday. Most everyone who has heard about it has strong feelings about it, given that it’s based – at least sort of – on the book of the same name by Bill O’Reilly. Some folks are abuzz about...Homebrewed Christianity21:52nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithPhilip Clayton interview CultureCast with Christian, Amy, and Slimhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/10/philip-clayton-interview-culturecast-with-christian-amy-and-slim-2/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/10/philip-clayton-interview-culturecast-with-christian-amy-and-slim-2/#commentsWed, 11 Mar 2015 04:36:13 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16727

Amy, Christian, and Slim are up to their hijinks again.

Most importantly, they

decide once and for all – Which is cooler, Star Trek or Star Wars?

Is it a good thing that J.J. Abrams is directing Star Wars VII?

Christian has a timely interview of Philip Clayton to discuss his new books The Predicament of Belief and Confronting the Predicament of Belief. They talk about their upcoming live show in Portland April 28th. It’s the 10th anniversary of the first statewide marriage equality law in the US.

A long detour into the mainline Christian fear of LGBTQ-friendly Evangelicalism, and a history lesson about the sons of Aaron. Sadness about Leonard Nimoy’s death, and relief that Harrison Ford’s plane crash wasn’t too serious.

Amy’s fear of the week is drones, but not just any drones…ALL DRONES!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/03/10/philip-clayton-interview-culturecast-with-christian-amy-and-slim-2/feed/1Amy, Christian, and Slim are up to their hijinks again. Most importantly, they decide once and for all – Which is cooler, Star Trek or Star Wars? Is it a good thing that J.J. Abrams is directing Star Wars VII?Amy, Christian, and Slim are up to their hijinks again. Most importantly, they decide once and for all – Which is cooler, Star Trek or Star Wars? Is it a good thing that J.J. Abrams is directing Star Wars VII? Christian has a timely interview of Philip Clayton to discuss his new books The Predicament of...Homebrewed Christianity1:09:09nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithSara Miles CultureCasthttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/26/sara-miles-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/26/sara-miles-culturecast/#respondThu, 26 Feb 2015 16:47:09 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16676Back in the saddle, getting back to a weekly schedule, many important questions are answered.

For instance:

Does Amy really eat human poop powder?

Does repentance mean you have to feel like shit?

What words with baggage can be reclaimed?

Christian announces the CultureCast’s first live event at 6pm April 28th at Marmoset in Portland, with Doug Pagitt, Stephen Chalke, other notables, and live music.

The interview is with Sara Miles, author of City of God, and founder of The Food Pantry, which provides free groceries to over 400 hungry families in San Francisco. Sara’s conversion story is very powerful, as well as her courage and clarity in answering God’s call through her ministry.

In the echo chamber we discuss rumors that Apple is developing an electric car; a “peace ring” created by muslims to protect jews in Oslo, and the “Christian Persecution Complex.”

Recommendations includes our favorites to replace John Stewart on The Daily Show. And don’t forget Fear of the Week. This week’s fear is a doozy.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/26/sara-miles-culturecast/feed/0Back in the saddle, getting back to a weekly schedule, many important questions are answered. For instance: Does Amy really eat human poop powder? Does repentance mean you have to feel like shit? What words with baggage can be reclaimed?Back in the saddle, getting back to a weekly schedule, many important questions are answered. For instance: Does Amy really eat human poop powder? Does repentance mean you have to feel like shit? What words with baggage can be reclaimed? Christian announces the CultureCast’s first live event at 6pm April 28th at Marmoset in Portland,...Homebrewed Christianity1:07:07nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithBroken Covenants, Killing Rock Stars and Cask-Strength Fearshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/18/broken-covenants-killing-rock-stars-and-cask-strength-fears/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/18/broken-covenants-killing-rock-stars-and-cask-strength-fears/#commentsThu, 19 Feb 2015 00:26:48 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16628Well kids, we’ve got good news and bad news…

On a sad note, we bid a fond farewell to Andy Campbell, who is taking leave to focus on his family and his awesome new gig as a professor at George Fox. He has been a great partner and friend of the show, and he has an open invite to come back and sit in any time he has something on his mind to talk up.

Now the good news: we’re excited to welcome Slim Moon as our new cohost! Slim is a Unitarian Universalist seminarian with an incredibly rich backstory. Aside from starting Kill Rock Stars Records, playing gigs with the likes of The Melvins and Nirvana back in the day and helping break out bands like Elliott Smith, The Decemberists and Sleater Kinney…well, just listen, learn and be amazed.

We also interview Adam Phillips, pastor of Christ Church: Portland which just had $90,000 in funding and their affiliation with the Evangelical Church denomination stripped because of their open advocacy for the inclusion of LGBTQ people. But as karma would have it, the story has gone viral, grabbing the attention of NPR, Glenn Beck, TIME, Washington Post and others. Seems the culture (and according to Phillips, the Holy Spirit) is moving within this movement, and once again, the Church faces the choice to consider their blindness on the related justice issues, or be left in the dust once again.

We raise the bar in our Recommendations section with a Bona Fide pop culture guru on board, and Amy dusts off a cask-strength, barrel-aged Fear of the Week that I bet you’ve never considered being afraid of…until now.

It’s a doozy folks, so hang on.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/18/broken-covenants-killing-rock-stars-and-cask-strength-fears/feed/1Well kids, we’ve got good news and bad news… On a sad note, we bid a fond farewell to Andy Campbell, who is taking leave to focus on his family and his awesome new gig as a professor at George Fox. He has been a great partner and friend of the show,Well kids, we’ve got good news and bad news… On a sad note, we bid a fond farewell to Andy Campbell, who is taking leave to focus on his family and his awesome new gig as a professor at George Fox. He has been a great partner and friend of the show, and he has...Homebrewed Christianity53:37nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithHBC21 Live Eventhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/08/hbc21-live-event/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/08/hbc21-live-event/#commentsMon, 09 Feb 2015 06:34:11 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16556The Culture-Cast and TNT team up for a rowdy LIVE 3D event at C21 in Phoenix, AZ

We want to thank everyone who came out and made this evening so memorable.

Philips Theological Seminary was our sponsor this evening – and rocked the swag!

The episode starts on a negative note but has a trajectory toward awesomeness … hope you enjoy the brew!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/02/08/hbc21-live-event/feed/1The Culture-Cast and TNT team up for a rowdy LIVE 3D event at C21 in Phoenix, AZ We want to thank everyone who came out and made this evening so memorable. Philips Theological Seminary was our sponsor this evening – and rocked the swag!The Culture-Cast and TNT team up for a rowdy LIVE 3D event at C21 in Phoenix, AZ We want to thank everyone who came out and made this evening so memorable. Philips Theological Seminary was our sponsor this evening – and rocked the swag! The episode starts on a negative note but has a trajectory...Homebrewed Christianity1:11:38nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithCharlie Hebdo, NAACP Bombing, SELMA, and…Naked Yoga?https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/01/12/charlie-hebdo-naacp-bombing-selma-naked-yoga/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/01/12/charlie-hebdo-naacp-bombing-selma-naked-yoga/#commentsMon, 12 Jan 2015 16:33:27 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16396New year, new office(s)… The HBCultureCast crew occupy a new recording space, Amy talks about a big change she recently made, yet other things haven’t changed. 2015 is off to a rough start with the massacre of a dozen people at the French satire magazine “Charlie Hebdo” and a bombing at the NAACP office in Colorado Springs. John Stewart recently expressed hope that this year would see an end to the violence that marked 2014, but will it?.

Our interview is with John Paul Lederach about his book Reconcile. Many of our regular listeners will recall that we first aired this piece back in September of 2014, but the content is so timely we felt it deserved another listen. If 2015 is going to be a year of peace, we must actively work for it. Lederach tells us what that work looks like.

In the Echo Chamber, Amy, Christian, and Andy reflect on the Charlie Hebdo tragedy, the lack of press regarding the NAACP bombing in Colorado, and the timeliness of the film SELMA. As they turn to Amy’s Fear of the Week things get a little ragey and a little weird… naked yoga, anyone?

Finally, the crew recommends a couple films that you might wanna check out. SELMA promises to be one of the most important films of 2015 and oh so timely. It was just released nationally in theaters. SALINGER offers an in-depth look at the reclusive author’s life, with interviews from people who knew him or were inspired by him. J.D. Salinger was a deeply troubled man and this film explores the events that shaped him. Christian also lets us know that you can sign up now to receive updates on his Jesus Project – just go to myjesusproject.com

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2015/01/12/charlie-hebdo-naacp-bombing-selma-naked-yoga/feed/1New year, new office(s)… The HBCultureCast crew occupy a new recording space, Amy talks about a big change she recently made, yet other things haven’t changed. 2015 is off to a rough start with the massacre of a dozen people at the French satire magazi...New year, new office(s)… The HBCultureCast crew occupy a new recording space, Amy talks about a big change she recently made, yet other things haven’t changed. 2015 is off to a rough start with the massacre of a dozen people at the French satire magazine “Charlie Hebdo” and a bombing at the NAACP office in Colorado Springs....Homebrewed Christianity1:14:08nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithA.J. Jacobs, Sony, Summer Camps, & Semi-Nude Skypinghttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/28/aj-jacobs-sony-summer-camps-semi-nude-skyping/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/28/aj-jacobs-sony-summer-camps-semi-nude-skyping/#respondMon, 29 Dec 2014 05:52:14 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16331After a, um, hiatus of sorts Christian, Amy, and Andy are back to talk about all things important… like summer camp for asthmatics, Beer and Hymns protests, and semi-nude Skype conversations.

This episode’s interview is with A.J. Jacobs – author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He has written four New York Times bestsellers, including The Year of Living Biblically. He and Christian talk about A.J’s. new global family reunion project, in which he tries to show that we’re all related, quite literally. The project is culminating in a huge gathering in New York on June 6, 2015, and you’re invited! Along the way, they discuss Christian’s new Jesus project – an ambitious year of figuring out what it takes to seriously live like Jesus lived. A.J. has some great advice for Christian as he embarks on this new undertaking. See more of what A.J is up to at his website: http://ajjacobs.com/

In the Echo Chamber, the team weighs in on some important questions: Is the hack on Sony a blessing in disguise? What did the Pope have to do with making Cuba and U.S. kiss and make up? Is there a difference in saying “Black Lives Matter” versus “All Lives Matter”? What should the response of the White Christian Church be?

The crew then talks about UnTappd, Interstellar, Hawking, Sick, Fat, and Nearly Dead, Disunity in Christ, God of the Oppressed and The Cross and the Lynching Tree in the Recommendations segment of the show. Finally, Amy’s Fear of the Week Last Three Months is a doozy…

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/28/aj-jacobs-sony-summer-camps-semi-nude-skyping/feed/0After a, um, hiatus of sorts Christian, Amy, and Andy are back to talk about all things important… like summer camp for asthmatics, Beer and Hymns protests, and semi-nude Skype conversations. This episode’s interview is with A.J. Jacobs – author,After a, um, hiatus of sorts Christian, Amy, and Andy are back to talk about all things important… like summer camp for asthmatics, Beer and Hymns protests, and semi-nude Skype conversations. This episode’s interview is with A.J. Jacobs – author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He has written four New York Times bestsellers, including The Year...Homebrewed Christianity1:12:58nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithBeer, Hymns, Protesters and PostChristian in Tulsa? Oh yeah.https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/02/beer-hymns-protesters-and-postchristian-in-tulsa-oh-yeah/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/02/beer-hymns-protesters-and-postchristian-in-tulsa-oh-yeah/#commentsWed, 03 Dec 2014 03:43:05 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16220On Christian’s recent “postChristian” book tour stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he caused quite a stir. No, folks weren’t distressed by his claims of the decline of Christian empire, or his challenges to the religious powers that be…

They were up in arms about serving 3.2 percent beer in (GASP!) church.

The weekend culminated in a Beer and Hymns event at East Side Christian Church (DOC), followed by this live CultureCast recording with Christian, Phillips Theological Seminary’s own Josh Linton, and Amy via Skype. But it also welcomed four local news channels who covered the event, after a local Fox affiliate, and then CNN, took the scandalous story national.

Oh, and aside from the low-point beer, here’s a taste of what we had on tap during the show:

A Lesbian universalist minister singing a song on behalf of marriage equality;

A discussion about the theological and justice implications of marijuana;

A remote “ten in the den,” quiz show, in which Pastor Mark Driscoll features prominently;

A handful of Church Sign Epic Fails, and;

Amy’s double dose of her Fear of the Week.

We tried to get some of the street protesters picketing outside (no joke) to come join us on the show, but to no avail. So the photo above will have to suffice.

Ahh Tulsa, I love ya, you nut.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/12/02/beer-hymns-protesters-and-postchristian-in-tulsa-oh-yeah/feed/2On Christian’s recent “postChristian” book tour stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he caused quite a stir. No, folks weren’t distressed by his claims of the decline of Christian empire, or his challenges to the religious powers that be… They were up in arms abou...On Christian’s recent “postChristian” book tour stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he caused quite a stir. No, folks weren’t distressed by his claims of the decline of Christian empire, or his challenges to the religious powers that be… They were up in arms about serving 3.2 percent beer in (GASP!) church. The weekend culminated in a...Homebrewed Christianity59:00nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithPostChristian Piatt Fun!https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/11/05/postchristian-piatt-fun/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/11/05/postchristian-piatt-fun/#respondWed, 05 Nov 2014 22:40:49 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=16148Christian Piatt of the Homebrewed CultureCast was recently in SoCal to hang with Tripp Fuller and talk about his new book PostChristian: What’s left? Can we fix? Do we care?

They were joined by Bart Campolo, Peter Rollins and Benjamin Cory to talk about the implications of moving on. Imagine this as an a living room conversation in an auditorium.

It was a ruckus affair but we wanted you to hear the first part of the evening where they all shared how they come to the conversation.

This episode is going out as a cross-pollination experiment on both the CultureCast and TNT streams.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/11/05/postchristian-piatt-fun/feed/0Christian Piatt of the Homebrewed CultureCast was recently in SoCal to hang with Tripp Fuller and talk about his new book PostChristian: What’s left? Can we fix? Do we care? They were joined by Bart Campolo,Christian Piatt of the Homebrewed CultureCast was recently in SoCal to hang with Tripp Fuller and talk about his new book PostChristian: What’s left? Can we fix? Do we care? They were joined by Bart Campolo, Peter Rollins and Benjamin Cory to talk about the implications of moving on. Imagine this as an a living room...Homebrewed Christianity53:23nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithLederach’s Peace Train…And Coloring with Satan! (CultureCast)https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/10/02/lederachs-peace-train-and-coloring-with-satan-culturecast/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/10/02/lederachs-peace-train-and-coloring-with-satan-culturecast/#respondFri, 03 Oct 2014 04:24:26 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=15963This week on the CultureCast, we welcome special guest John Paul Lederach, international peace activist and negotiator, and author of the popular nonviolence book, “Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians” this book, just reissued with a new foreword from Bill and Lynne Hybels, tells amazing stories, like when rebels groups in central America threatened to kidnap his daughter and how it changed his understanding of scripture forever. He offers some practical advice for how we, too, can live out real reconciliation in our midst, here at home.

Then we get Buddhist on your ass and talk about the Dalai Lama’s recent announcement that, just maybe we don’t need another successor after him. We explore the prospects for the first female NFL commissioner (it’s the consensus in the CultureCast crew that Roger Goodell’s days are numbered), and what happens when you put Rain Man in charge of a wine collection worth six figures.

We also talk about why it is that Florida schools have some new children’s literature circulating about with connect-the-dot pentagrams and goat-head color-by-numbers. Yes, kids, the satanic coloring books are here!

Oh, and of course, Amy has a fear of the week. And guess what…you’re it!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/10/02/lederachs-peace-train-and-coloring-with-satan-culturecast/feed/0This week on the CultureCast, we welcome special guest John Paul Lederach, international peace activist and negotiator, and author of the popular nonviolence book, “Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians” this book,This week on the CultureCast, we welcome special guest John Paul Lederach, international peace activist and negotiator, and author of the popular nonviolence book, “Reconcile: Conflict Transformation for Ordinary Christians” this book, just reissued with a new foreword from Bill and Lynne Hybels, tells amazing stories, like when rebels groups in central America threatened to...Homebrewed Christianity1:01:49nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithRay Rice, Driscoll on Ice and ISIS’ Risehttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/09/20/ray-rice-driscoll-on-ice-and-isis-rise/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/09/20/ray-rice-driscoll-on-ice-and-isis-rise/#respondSat, 20 Sep 2014 19:15:24 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=15916It seems this episode is dedicated to all the bad boys out there. Not that we planned it, but between talking about the Ray Rice abuse scandal, Mark Driscoll being on the outs with Mars Hill (and every woman on the planet) and our interview with photojournalist Gregg Brekke, who just got back from Northern Iraq, it seems we’re up to our necks in evildoers.

Thanks George Dubya, for that little gem.

Gregg shares some fascinating stories about his time with the World Council of Churches, preparing a report for the U.N. about displaced Christians – and non-Christians, for that matter – as ISIS plunders their way through one town after another. We get the real scoop on what Iraqi citizens think about U.S. intervention, and we talk about how challenging nonviolence becomes when your family’s life is at risk.

Then we move on to the interesting similarities between Ray Rice and Mark Driscoll, or at least between the institutions that have a knack for protecting such destructive behavior when it benefits them. Yeah, Church, I just compared you to the NFL. Suck that bitter medicine down…and like it!

We break out some TV, book and beer recommendations toward the end of the show, bust out a shiny new fear of the week, and Christian shows off his fancy-pants new beer flight sampler trays. His neighbor says he’s now taking orders, so no need to be jealous. Get your own!

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/09/20/ray-rice-driscoll-on-ice-and-isis-rise/feed/0It seems this episode is dedicated to all the bad boys out there. Not that we planned it, but between talking about the Ray Rice abuse scandal, Mark Driscoll being on the outs with Mars Hill (and every woman on the planet) and our interview with photoj...It seems this episode is dedicated to all the bad boys out there. Not that we planned it, but between talking about the Ray Rice abuse scandal, Mark Driscoll being on the outs with Mars Hill (and every woman on the planet) and our interview with photojournalist Gregg Brekke, who just got back from Northern...Homebrewed Christianity1:03:18nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithStupid Quizzes, CCM Missives and Homebrewed Blisseshttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/15/stupid-quizzes-ccm-missives-and-homebrewed-blisses/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/15/stupid-quizzes-ccm-missives-and-homebrewed-blisses/#respondSat, 16 Aug 2014 02:37:43 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=15695Yeah, the title’s a stretch. So what?

This week’s episode is all Everyday Sunday, all the time. We hung out with Trey and Carter from the uber-popstar band both at Wild Goose (yes, there’s more you haven’t heard yet) and in the garage at Amy and Christian’s place while they were in Oregon for a couple of shows.

First up is a new segment affectionately known as Ten in the Den, where guests are submitted to ten completely subjective questions in Christian’s newly constructed Slacker’s Den (aka, where homebrewers go to die happy), and then scored on their answers based on a system Christian makes up as he feels like it. We learn much about the band in the process though, such as their proclivity for soccer moms, their soft spot for transgender family members and their desire to rename their band the “Rollins Stones.”

Then we just east to Hot Springs North Carolina where Christian reads a post-breakup letter Trey supposedly wrote (you be the judge) to CCM (the Contemporary Christian Music industry) from which he parted about a year ago) to try and patch things up and get back in their good graces. What’s with these commie liberals who love the planet more than penal substitutionary atonement???

Hehe, we said “penal.”

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/15/stupid-quizzes-ccm-missives-and-homebrewed-blisses/feed/0Yeah, the title’s a stretch. So what? This week’s episode is all Everyday Sunday, all the time. We hung out with Trey and Carter from the uber-popstar band both at Wild Goose (yes, there’s more you haven’t heard yet) and in the garage at Amy and Christ...Yeah, the title’s a stretch. So what? This week’s episode is all Everyday Sunday, all the time. We hung out with Trey and Carter from the uber-popstar band both at Wild Goose (yes, there’s more you haven’t heard yet) and in the garage at Amy and Christian’s place while they were in Oregon for a...Homebrewed Christianity27:31nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithpostChristian, Puberty, and Putinhttps://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/09/postchristian-puberty-and-putin/
https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/09/postchristian-puberty-and-putin/#commentsSat, 09 Aug 2014 15:40:44 +0000damienstribe@gmail.com (Lunar Riots)http://homebrewedchristianity.com/?p=15618This week’s show runs a bit long, but it’s chock full of such good stuff! Like, why do you get sunburned when you go skiing? Amy knows the answer, and it might surprise you… What’s a “keezer” and why are Andy and Christian so geeked out about it? Hear Christian and Amy pile on Andy for bringing his own insulated cup places and putting his pajamas on right after dinner.

Andy and Amy channel their inner Zach Galifianakis and turn the tables on Christian, interviewing him about his forthcoming book postChristian: What’s Left, Can We Fix It, Do We Care? They were, indeed, situated between two ferns. Not to be dissuaded, Christian guides his hapless interviewers through the impetus for the book and how he hopes it adds to the broader conversation regarding what is happening in Christianity right now. Christian talks about the really sweet deal he’s put together for listeners who want him to come talk about the book – he’s going to waive his speaking fee! The book is out August 12, 2014 and can be found through book retailers everywhere. Preorder your copy here.

In the Echo Chamber, the team shares their hopes and fears for their tween kids, slowly coming to grips with the reality that they are on the cusp of having surly, profanity-spewing teenagers sulking around the house. How do Christian parents faithfully guide their children through this time of changes? Things turn even more serious when the team then tries to come up with a Christian answer to Putin and what’s going on in Russia, but their ideas all seem to fall flat. They need your help with some creative, nonviolent responses to the situation there!

Amy has a “de-recommendation” and Christian has to eat some crow with his recommendation of the week. Amy’s FOTW comes on the end of a really hard week but, as Andy notes, also inspires a bit of hope.

]]>https://homebrewedchristianity.com/2014/08/09/postchristian-puberty-and-putin/feed/1This week’s show runs a bit long, but it’s chock full of such good stuff! Like, why do you get sunburned when you go skiing? Amy knows the answer, and it might surprise you… What’s a “keezer” and why are Andy and Christian so geeked out about it?This week’s show runs a bit long, but it’s chock full of such good stuff! Like, why do you get sunburned when you go skiing? Amy knows the answer, and it might surprise you… What’s a “keezer” and why are Andy and Christian so geeked out about it? Hear Christian and Amy pile on Andy for...Homebrewed Christianity1:13:50nohomebrewed,christianity,culture,society,religion,politics,christianity,spirituality,progressive,faithA Homebrewed Christianity Podcast 2008-2015Lunar RiotsnonadultPop cultural sundries sprinkled with a hefty dose of Jesus